If you watch an HBPO documentary on a subject you don't know you probably assume it is done honestly and accurately. But have ever watched an HBO documentary on a subject you do know you realize HBO cherry picks, falsify footage, used set up footage for takes that are implied to be candid and spontaneous, and spin and spin agenda driven work with documentary style that is outright fiction.
So it is no surprise to see acclaimed photojournalist Andre Liohn on this IMDB review section point out several bogus elements to this HBO product. although it is a ironic to see Liohn surprised, when both the documentary business and the photojournalists business have long left neutral journalism behind and become advocated for their personal points of view.