HOMEGROWN: Documenting the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol

A conversation with Filmmaker Michael Premo

We hear a lot about how documentary filmmakers need to act more like influencers or content creators these days.

With Michael Premo’s harrowing Homegrown I was reminded of why long-form verité documentaries are able to pack a bigger punch, while offer something entirely different than much of bite-sized, algorithm-driven media.

Homegrown operates at the intersection of journalism and indie cinema, offering something both reportorial and human at the same time. I highly recommend watching the film—and supporting its independent distribution.

You can rent the film at this link starting today through President’s Day.

Below is a frank discussion with Michael about making the film and how he and collaborators are distributing it in this new era.