In recent years, video games have risen to prominence as a storytelling medium, engaging people young and old. These documentaries take a look at video games and how we deal with them in the real world.
“King of Kong” (2007)
Unprecedented rivalry rocks the electronic world to its core. This film follows novice gamer Steve Wiebe on his quest to destroy the top score of gaming legend Billy Mitchell, the uncontested champion of the Donkey Kong world for over 20 years. Only one can truly claim the title King of Kong.
“Second Skin” (2008)
“Second Skin” takes an intimate, fascinating look at computer gamers whose lives have been transformed by the emerging, hugely popular genre of computer games like World of Warcraft, Second Live and Everquest, which allow millions of users to simultaneously interact in virtual spaces.
“Reformat the Planet” (2008)
A feature length documentary which delves into the movement known as ChipTunes, a vibrant underground scene based around creating new, original music using old video game hardware. The film also explores the genesis of the first annual Blip Festival, a four day celebration of ChipTune music.
“Gameplay” (2013)
A feature documentary on the history of video games. From Pong, Pac Man and Mario to Call of Duty, Grand Theft Auto and everything in between, it tells the story of how this industry was created, by whom and where it is headed.
