HBO has recently announced that its highly anticipated feature documentary, The Insurrectionist Next Door, directed by Alexandra Pelosi, will debut on Sunday, October 15 at 9:00 p.m. PT/ET. The film will also be available for streaming on HBO Max.
If you’re curious about what to expect, make sure to check out the exciting trailer above.
An Inside Look at the January 6th Capitol Riot
This latest project from Alexandra Pelosi, known for her previous work Pelosi in the House, focuses on the events of January 6, 2021. Pelosi turns the camera towards those individuals who participated in storming the U.S. Capitol. Over the past two years, she conducted candid interviews with these individuals, some of whom faced charges for their involvement in the chaos that unfolded that day.
January 6th marked the day when a mob of Trump supporters descended upon Washington, D.C., in an attempt to overturn President Joe Biden’s victory in the 2020 Presidential election. Alexandra Pelosi, having been inside the Capitol on that fateful day, witnessed the infamous events firsthand. In The Insurrectionist Next Door, she aims to have open and unfiltered conversations with those who were present, delving into what motivated them to come to Washington and examining whether their views have evolved since then.
The objective of the film is to gain a deeper understanding of the cultural and political divisions that have polarized the United States. Pelosi confronts challenging subjects without shying away from the ideological differences between interviewees. Surprisingly, the conversations that emerged are remarkably candid, providing unique perspectives from individuals on both sides of the political spectrum.
Producing and Executive Team
Alexandra Pelosi not only directed The Insurrectionist Next Door, but she also served as a producer for the HBO Original documentary. Nancy Abraham and Lisa Heller, both esteemed professionals in the industry, executive produced the film for HBO. Additionally, Anna Klein served as the coordinating producer.
Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 15, and get ready to delve into the gripping exploration of the events surrounding the January 6th Capitol riot. Through Alexandra Pelosi’s lens, an intimate portrayal of the people involved brings forth the underlying complexities of this historical moment. Don’t miss out on this thought-provoking documentary, available on HBO and HBO Max.
