Recent Work — Kevin X Barth

ALEX VS AROD

HBO / RELIGION OF SPORTS

From the pinnacle of athletic success to the depths of scandal, Alex Rodriguez saw his prolific baseball career marred by a high-profile suspension for performance-enhancing drug use. Told through a series of intimate interviews with Rodriguez, ALEX VS AROD explores the dualities of one of the most polarizing figures in sports.

With the benefit of hindsight and years of intense self-examination, Rodriguez confronts the personal struggles and controversies that shaped his journey from “Alex,” a baseball prodigy abandoned by his father, to “A-Rod,” the decorated MLB superstar driven by a relentless pursuit of greatness, no matter the cost.

Featuring insights from family, friends, teammates, and broadcasters, the series examines the events that fueled Rodriguez’s rise and fall, as well as his extraordinary talent, his place in baseball history, and the personal growth that defines his life as “Alex” today.

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SYMPHONY OF DANCE

FEATURE DOCUMENTARY

VOYEUR VERITE

Three months after their wedding, professional dancers Derek Hough and Hayley Erbert are forced to confront their vow “in sickness and in health”, when Hayley suffers a traumatic brain injury on tour. Facing a long recovery, cognitive setbacks and no guarantees that she will dance again, Hayley remains committed to returning to the stage and finish the tour. This is a raw and intimate portrait of love, ambition, and identity under pressure. A woman reclaiming her agency. A couple navigating devotion and doubt. The quiet power it takes to begin again. Whether she performs one number or simply walks back out on stage with Derek hand in hand, she will do it on her terms, with a renewed sense of life, purpose, and determination.

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IN HER NAME

Official Selection - 2022 Tribeca Film Festival

Cheshire Moon Productions

Directed by Sarah Carter

A dramedy about estranged sisters forced to confront the misery that has become their lives while dealing with their egomaniacal, formerly-important-artist father's descent.

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FALSE POSITIVE : THE BUTCH REYNOLDS STORY

ESPN / HOCK FILMS

The untold story of the fastest man in the world, Butch Reynolds, whose legendary career was derailed by a faulty drug test in one of the greatest injustices in American sports history. Monte Carlo, 1990. The world record holder in the 400-meters, Butch Reynolds, takes a routine drug test that comes back positive for the anabolic steroid Nandrolone. When Butch challenges the results, the International Amateur Athletic Federation (IAAF) publicly admits their lab technician mixed up Reynold’s urine specimen with another athlete’s, leading to a “false positive.” In an outrageous about-turn that would lead to one of the greatest injustices in American sports, the IAAF refuses to administer another test, claiming the lab “corrected their mistake.” Instead, they label Reynolds a “dirty athlete,” banning him from competition during the most vital years of his career.

Editorial, motion GFX and music consultation provided by Bartholomew Clever

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THE DOC

A love letter and inspirational hip hop archive about The DOC a master of the art who is more than likely your favorite rapper’s favorite rapper. The film chronicles the life of the lyricist and producer who wrote for NWA and Dr. Dre, co-founded Death Row Records, mentored Snoop Dogg, and left his mark on HipHop culture forever. 30 years after a devastating car crash that took his voice, The DOC is still struggling with his legacy as a rapper with the greatest cadence before WestCoast rap exploded in popularity and he considers surgery that might be able to restore his vocals. The DOC explores this risky decision alongside a cast of celebrities who reflect on his impact in their lives and in the world from music, to love, to civil rights crusading.

Directed by Dave Caplan

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PASSION PLAY

SHOWTIME

directed by Gotham Chopra / Erik LeDrew

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HEIST

Netflix / Dirty Robber

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SHUT UP AND DRIBBLE

Documentary Series

2019 Sports Emmy Nominee - Outstanding Long Form Editing & Outstanding Open / Tease