2018 Primetime Emmy® Awards Ballot Outstanding Directing For A Documentary/Nonfiction Program American Dynasties: The Kennedys The Path To Power March 18, 2018 John F. Kennedy launches a long-shot bid for power, but the seemingly perfect candidate must confront the issues of his health, faith and fidelity if he is to have any chance of reaching the White House. Tim Dunn, Directed by American Experience The Chinese Exclusion Act May 29, 2018 The history and impact of the 1882 law that made it illegal for Chinese workers to come to America and for Chinese nationals already here ever to become U.S. citizens. The first in a line of acts targeting the Chinese, it remained in force for more than 60 years. Ric Burns, Directed by Li-Shin Yu, Directed by American Experience Into The Amazon January 09, 2018 Into the Amazon tells the remarkable story of President Theodore Roosevelt’s perilous 1914 journey with legendary Brazilian explorer Cândido Rondon into the dark and deadly heart of the South American rainforest to chart an unexplored tributary of the Amazon. John Maggio, Directed by American Masters Edgar Allan Poe: Buried Alive October 30, 2017 Discover the real story of the notorious author, starring Denis O’Hare as Edgar Allan Poe. Explores the misrepresentations of Poe and reveals how he tapped into what it means to be human in a modern and sometimes frightening world. Eric Stange, Directed by American Masters Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart January 19, 2018 Artist. Activist. Rebel. Visionary. If you only know “A Raisin in the Sun,” then you don’t know Lorraine Hansberry. Tracy Heather Strain, Directed by American Masters Richard Linklater: Dream Is Destiny September 01, 2017 Take an unconventional look at the fiercely independent filmmaking style that emerged in the late 1980s-90s, sparked by the Oscar-nominated filmmaker of “Boyhood,” “Slacker” and “Dazed and Confused.” Features never-before-seen footage and interviews. Karen Bernstein, Directed by Louis Black, Directed by American Masters This Is Bob Hope... December 29, 2017 Explore Bob Hope’s life with unique access to his archives, legendary joke file, clips from his radio and TV shows and classic films (“My Favorite Blonde;” “Cat and the Canary”) and interviews with Conan O’Brien, Brooke Shields and others. John Scheinfeld, Directed by American Masters Tyrus September 08, 2017 Discover the art, life and enduring impact of renowned Chinese painter Tyrus Wong, the visual genius behind “Bambi” and “Rebel Without a Cause,” who once exhibited with Picasso and Matisse, via never- before-seen interviews, movie clips and art. Pamela Tom, Directed by Andre The Giant April 10, 2018 An engaging and often-poignant look at the life and career of professional wrestling’s most beloved legend, André René Roussimoff, a.k.a. “Andre the Giant.” Through interviews and never before seen footage, the film is a portrait of one of pop culture’s most recognizable, yet misunderstood, figures. Jason Hehir, Directed by Andrew Lloyd Webber Tribute To A Superstar March 28, 2018 Entertainment legends come together to honor one of theatre’s most celebrated composers, Andrew Lloyd Webber, in a festive 70th birthday celebration. The evening will include conversation with Lloyd Webber along with Glenn Close, John Legend, and Lin-Manuel Miranda and an appearance by the Young People’s Chorus of New York City. Brad Lachman, Directed by Baltimore Rising November 20, 2017 Baltimore Rising goes deep behind the scenes of a city on edge in the wake of Freddie Gray’s death in police custody, which sparked protests and riots. The film follows local activists, police officers, community leaders and gang affiliates as they fight for change and struggle to hold Baltimore together. Sonja Sohn, Directed by Betting On Zero June 01, 2017 Controversial hedge fund titan Bill Ackman puts $1 billion dollars on the line in his crusade to expose Herbalife as a massive pyramid scheme. The withering crossfire that ensues ricochets across the media, in board rooms, and on the streets in this stirring picture of the American Dream gone wrong. Theodore Braun, Directed by Biggie: The Life Of Notorious B.I.G. (Biography Presents) September 04, 2017 Biggie: The Life of Notorious B.I.G. is the first biography to be authorized by his estate. This documentary provides interviews with his widow, his mother, close friends and multiple cultural icons. Mark Ford, Directed by Bill Nye Saves The World Extinction: Why All Our Friends Are Dying December 29, 2017 OK Go and Drew Carey help Bill explain extinction, and the panel reveals how scientists could one day bring extinct species back to life. Liz Plonka, Directed by Blue Planet II The Deep January 27, 2018 The Deep goes into the unknown to discover an unimaginable abundance of life in the pitch-black darkness of the seabed. In Antarctica’s frigid waters, the team were the first humans to dive 3,280 feet in a deep manned submersible, to explore under icebergs the size of a city block. Orla Doherty, Directed by Blue Planet II One Ocean January 20, 2018 One Ocean takes viewers on a journey from the intense heat of the tropics to the planet's frozen poles. Life has spread to almost every part of the ocean, but there are many different worlds within it, and each presents unique challenges. Jonathan Smith, Directed by Bobby Kennedy For President I'd Like To Serve April 27, 2018 After JFK's murder, Bobby runs for the U.S. Senate and commits to championing civil rights, fighting poverty and opposing the war in Vietnam. Dawn Porter, Directed by Charles Manson: The Final Words December 03, 2017 What began as exclusive interviews with Charles Manson over the last year of his life, results in a surprising and simpler alternative explanation to the infamous “Helter Skelter” murder theory and raises serious questions of whether the ends justify the means in order to convict a notorious villain. James Buddy Day, Directed by Chef's Table Corrado Assenza April 13, 2018 Inspired by the orchards and farms of his native Sicily, Corrado Assenza turns out rich gelatos, almond granitas, crispy cannoli and other delicacies. Brian McGinn, Directed by City Of Ghosts October 02, 2017 City of Ghosts is a real-life international thriller that follows the courageous story of "Raqqa is Being Slaughtered Silently," a group of Syrian citizen journalists risking their lives to covertly expose the human rights abuses committed by ISIS in their hometown. Matthew Heineman, Directed by Cold Blooded: The Clutter Family Murders Part 2 November 19, 2017 Focuses on the infamous crime that shocked the nation and was chronicled in Truman Capote’s seminal book, In Cold Blood, the brutal murder of four members of the Clutter family in their Kansas home seemingly without motive. The true crime documentary takes a fresh in-depth look at the legendary case. Joe Berlinger, Directed by CONAN Without Borders CONAN Without Borders: Italy April 11, 2018 Conan takes a road trip through Italy, accompanied by his long-time producer and Italophile, Jordan Schlansky. Mike Sweeney, Directed by The Confession Tapes Down River September 08, 2017 A man drives his four children into a river, where they drown. He wearily confesses to doing it purposefully, but later contends it was an accident. Kelly Loudenberg, Directed by The Day I Met El Chapo Face To Face October 20, 2017 Kate and Sean Penn travel to meet El Chapo at a secret location in Mexico, where a discussion about making a movie takes a sudden and shocking turn. Carlos Armella, Directed by The Defiant Ones Episode 3 July 11, 2017 Jimmy Iovine co-founds Interscope Records and signs edgy artists like Nine Inch Nails and Dr. Dre, whose 1992 album “The Chronic” helps ignite a national, political firestorm over gangster rap lyrics and free speech. Simultaneously, Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Tupac Shakur get in a violent feud with East Coast rivals. Allen Hughes, Directed by Demi Lovato: Simply Complicated October 17, 2017 This documentary gives a look into Demi Lovato's life, one of the biggest pop stars in the world. It includes never before told stories that take you on a journey as she creates her most important body of work in music, and discovers her most authentic self. Hannah Lux Davis, Directed by Dirty Money Payday January 26, 2018 Behind the lavish lifestyle of race car driver Scott Tucker lay a secretive lending empire built on tribal perks and profits from poor customers. Jesse Moss, Directed by Elvis Presley: The Searcher April 14, 2018 A film taking the audience on a comprehensive journey from Elvis’ childhood through the final 1976 Jungle Room recording sessions. The film includes a look inside Graceland, and features more than 20 new, primary source interviews, plus never-before-seen photos and footage from private collections worldwide. Thom Zimny, Directed by Eric Clapton: Life In 12 Bars February 10, 2018 Told through his own words and songs, Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars is a film about one of the great artists of the modern era. Lili Fini Zanuck, Directed by Evil Genius Part 3: The Suspects May 11, 2018 Two years after the heist, one of its possible architects has died, a witness steps forward, and the prime suspect reveals too much to her cellmates. Barbara Schroeder, Directed by The Final Year May 21, 2018 The Final Year offers a unique insiders’ account of President Barack Obama’s foreign policy team during its last year in office. Featuring unprecedented access inside the White House and State Department, the film reveals the inner workings of the Obama administration as it prepares to leave power after eight years.