gregking4 Easily the best documentary to hit our screens so far this year, this engaging, insightful, inspiring and surprisingly entertaining documentary takes a look at the life and work of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a long serving and influential justice who sits on the bench of the US Supreme Court. At the age of 84 she is still full of energy, conviction and ideals, and she shows no sign of slowing down. A diminutive powerhouse with a sharp legal mind, she has become a significant voice of dissent and liberal perspectives on an increasingly right-wing bench. But she is determined to stick around as long as she is able that President Trump cannot replace her with an ultra-conservative judge. This slickly packaged documentary is a labour of love for the filmmakers Julie Cohen (American Veteran, etc) and Betsy West, a former documentary producer making her feature directorial debut here. The pair trace Ginsburg's rise from humble beginnings as the daughter of an immigrant family through the various challenges she faced as one of the few female law students at Harvard University in the 1950s through some of her key civil actions she tried before the Supreme Court which resulted in landmark decisions. She was a passionate advocate for equality and defender of women's rights. She never argued in anger but preferred to persuade others with her well written arguments and voice of reason. What also comes across is her wry and self-deprecating sense of humour and the film is often very funny. This is a straightforward documentary that unfolds in chronological fashion. Cohen and West have deftly incorporated plenty of archival footage along with candid and revealing interviews with family and friends and colleagues to give us this comprehensive and respectful look at her life and legal legacy. The film also examines her personal life, focussing on her relationship with her loving and supportive husband Marty, himself a respected lawyer, who passed away a few years ago. The film opens in striking fashion with a montage of angry, right wing commentators denouncing Ginsburg as a "monster", before slowly revealing her true nature as a judicial activist and champion of equality. RBG celebrates Ginsburg's life, her achievements and her passion for justice and equality, and is well worth catching. RBG hits cinemas ahead of the dramatized version of her life which stars Felicity Jones as the younger Ginsburg.

wilson trivino This is a fascinating peek behind the curtain of the Supreme Court. It chronicles Supreme Court Justice Ruth Badger Ginsberg, also known as RBG. She gets that name from a well known rapper Notorious BIG. It recaps her career as a woman who was not afraid to question the status quo and break barriers. From being one of the first women in a male dominated law school to standing up for the little guy in her legal disputes. Even in her 80s she stays true to herself and what has made for a remarkable career. It also serves as a good movie to explain a bit more of this often forgotten but powerful branch of the United States Government.

ccorral419 I love watching a film (especially a documentary) I didn't know I needed to see! Directors/documentarians Betsy West ("The Lavender Scare" 2017) and Julie Cohen ("American Veteran" 2017) have provided anyone remotely interested in the life and times of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg, a look into the world of this vibrant, yet quiet warrior who lead the fight for gender equality, and to this day continues to have an effect on the lives of many with her Supreme Court decisions and "notorious" dissenting opinions. Known to her followers as "Notorious RBG," (I've got to get one of these t-shirts!), this doc introduces us to her early years, where she was one of only a few women attending the all male Cornel University, and Harvard Law school, along with introducing us to Martin Ginsberg, an accomplished lawyer himself, who loved her for her brain, at time when women were not supposed to be outspoken, but only seen. Through one-on-one interviews and footage of her various speaking engagements, touching tributes by Martin and her children, interactions with her granddaughter and more, the audience is given a worthy, historical and entertaining glimpse into the world of this amazing women. At 84 years young, and an avid workout enthusiast, one can only hope we continue to see here effects on the US Supreme Court for years to come. You may not know you need to see this film, but you'll be pleasantly surprised when you do.

gardner-ee A dynamic and unapologetic telling of one of the most influential legal minds in our history. It's great to show a story of how important dissenting opinions are. Just because she's not winning over the conservatives that share the bench with her you get to see the importance of making sure your voice is heard. Loved hearing from Lily Ledbetter. Who's another fighter for women who never got a true victory for herself but has gain so much ground for the women after her. True heroes aren't always victorious in their fights but the ground the gain by pushing back is shared with all those that come after them. Thank you RBG and the strong team of female filmmakers who told these stories.