b-side

(noun)

flipside; the alternative, lesser-known, often more unique story

ABOUT

B-Side Films is dedicated to telling human stories through a musical lens.

Featured Productions

NETFLIX

2019 Emmy Nomination:
Outstanding Research

REMASTERED:
TRICKY DICK & THE MAN IN BLACK

Director: Sara Dosa
Producer: Renee Tod
For: All Rise

A champion for the poor and oppressed, Johnny Cash shook the white house with a defiant message of justice.

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2019 Emmy Nomination:Outstanding
 Historical Documentary

REMASTERED:
WHO SHOT THE SHERIFF

Director: Kief Davidson
Producer, Coordinating: Renee Tod
For: All Rise

In 1976, reggae icon Bob Marley survived an assassination attempt as rival political groups battled in Jamaica. But who exactly was responsible?

 

PAUL MC CARTNEY, BECK
FIND MY WAY

Director: Andrew Donoho
Executive Producer: Craig Bernard
For: Capitol Records

A funky mashup swaps Beck into the body of Paul McCartney, leading us through a psychedelic visual journey that blurs the boundaries of time, space, and identity., as the faux ex-Beatle dances and pops his way through the hallways of a hotel.

NETFLIX

2019 Emmy Nomination: Outstanding Historical Documentary

REMASTERED: MASSACRE AT THE STADIUM

Director: Bent-Jorgen Perlmutt
Producer, Coordinating: Renee Tod
For: All Rise 

The shocking murder of singer Victor Jara in 1973 turned him into a powerful symbol of Chile’s struggle. Decades later, a quest for justice unfolds.

NETFLIX

2020 NAACP Image Awards
Outstanding Documentary Nomination

REMASTERED:
THE TWO KILLINGS OF SAM COOKE

Director: Kelly Duane
Segment Producer: Renee Tod
For: All Rise

While Sam Cooke rose to stardom as a sole singer, his outspoken views on civil rights drew attention that may have contributed to his death at age 33.

 

NETFLIX

REMASTERED:
WHO KILLED JAM MASTER JAY

Director: Brian Oakes
Segment Producer: Renee Tod
For: All Rise

Run-DMC DJ Jam Master Jay made a huge impact in music and his community. But friends and family still seek closure years after his unsolved murder.

MADISON BEER
LIFE SUPPORT

2021 Webby Award

Executive Producer: Craig Bernard
For: Sony Music / Epic

Madison Beer: Life Support Immersive Reality Concert takes place in a full digital recreation of the Sony Hall concert venue in New York City and features an ultra-realistic digital avatar of Madison Beer performing songs from her debut album, Life Support.

POST MALONE
TWELVE CARAT TOOTHACHE
VIRTUAL REALITY CONCERT

Director: Lewis Smithingham
Executive Producer: Dawn Manning
For: Westbrook

Post Malone’s Twelve Carat Toothache: A VR Experience celebrates the singer-songwriter’s album of the same name, featuring special appearances from The Kid Laroi, Fleet Foxes, and Roddy Ricch.

ALICIA KEYS: NOTED
THE UNTOLD STORIES

Director: TT The Artist

Executive Producer: Dawn Manning
For: YouTube Originals

Alicia Keys: Noted is a four-part docuseries that invites fans into uncharted aspects of her world, where she opens up to discuss her journey—both personally and professionally.

BEYONCÉ
2017 GRAMMY AWARDS LIVE PERFORMANCE

Executive Producer: Dawn Manning

In a visually lush, highly produced performance, Beyoncé performs “Love Drought” and “Sandcastles” from her Grammy-nominated album Lemonade.

OFF!
RED, WHITE AND BLACK

Director: Jimmy Hayward
Executive Producer: Renee Tod                                  For: Vice

Music video for the band OFF! featuring Keith Morris of Black Flag and Dimitri Coats of the Burning Brides. Starring David Foley of Kids in the Hall and Brian Posehn of Mr. Show.  

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REMASTERED:
DEVIL AT THE CROSSROADS

Director: Brian Oakes
Coordinating Producer: Renee Tod
For: All Rise 

Cloaked in mystery, bluesman Robert Johnson left his mark on American music. No family, critics and famous fans look for the real mans behind the music. 

B-Side Films is located in Los Angeles and Toronto.

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