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    What's up with Docs?

    What's up, Doc? Why documentaries are hot at the box office and making people hot under the collar. Host Claude Brodesser talks with Oscar-winning filmmakers and the head of one of the biggest documentary distributors. Also, a rare interview with canine silver screen star Benji, and as always, the Hollywood News Caravan.

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    By Claude Brodesser-Akner • Sep 20, 2004 • 30m Listen

    What's up, Doc? Why documentaries are hot at the box office and making people hot under the collar. Host Claude Brodesser talks with Oscar-winning filmmakers and the head of one of the biggest documentary distributors. Also, a rare interview with canine silver screen star Benji, and as always, the Hollywood News Caravan.

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