About Daniel J. Scott

Daniel J. Scott is a freelance filmmaker and critic. Based in Brooklyn, he also contributes articles, reviews, and interviews to Filmmaker Magazine, Documentary Magazine, and other publications.



Author Archives: Daniel J. Scott

Finding Meaning in Sushi

March 7th, 2012 | by Daniel J. Scott

In the documentary "Jiro Dreams of Sushi," first-time director David Gelb explores the life and legacy of world famous sushi chef Jiro Ono


The Human Response

September 22nd, 2011 | by Daniel J. Scott

"The Whale" asks why an animal would ever want to befriend a human


The Winner is…

September 8th, 2011 | by Daniel J. Scott

"Warrior" is a sports film that leaves us with no easy decisions.


No Punches Pulled

July 28th, 2011 | by Daniel J. Scott

The hyperbolic french thriller, "Point Blank (À bout portent)," underscores the point that possibly the French are better at thrillers than—shock—we are



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