RBG

The life of a supreme court justice, from law school to her final years. The documentary concentrates in particular on the cases she brought as a lawyer. While building a portrait the narrative also explains the law: which cases were brought in which order to dismantle discrimination by sex is shown step by step. The dissents are its second main line. Betsy West and Julie Cohen directed. It was nominated for the documentary Oscar. Who it's for: those interested in legal history and biographical documentary. Who it's not for: viewers wanting a critical portrait; the film openly admires its subject and gives little room to opposing views.