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.
NETFLIX
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.
NETFLIX
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.