Dallas Filmmakers Release Trust Me, I'm a Doctor
The documentary, which features stars like Kal Penn, examines the legal challenges faced by Dr. Sandeep Kapoor.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Documentary
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Producer Geenah Krisht and a team of SMU alumni recently released the documentary film Trust Me, I'm a Doctor. The project chronicles the life and legal struggles of Dr. Sandeep Kapoor, including his acquittal in the 2007 death of Anna Nicole Smith.
Why it matters
The film aims to bring visibility to Dr. Kapoor's personal story and legal experiences after his involvement in a high-profile case. It utilizes court records to provide context to the events surrounding his acquittal.
Good Good Films was founded by Geenah Krisht in 2023. The production team utilized skills gained 15 years after their initial college film projects at SMU.
The players
Geenah Krisht
She is the founder of the production company Good Good Films and an SMU graduate.
Sandeep Kapoor
He is a physician whose memoir serves as the basis for the film following his acquittal of drug conspiracy charges.
Kal Penn
He is an actor who stars in the documentary alongside Linda Hamilton and Abbie Cornish.
The details
Based on Dr. Sandeep Kapoor's self-published memoir, the film depicts events occurring between 1997 and 2007. The production team verified the narrative by cross-referencing official court recordings and various sources.
Timeline
The events depicted in the film occurred from 1997 to 2007.
Anna Nicole Smith died in 2007.
The film opened in theaters on October 16, 2026.
The film is scheduled to play in theaters from October 29 through November 4, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The film re-examines the legal narrative established during the 2007 Anna Nicole Smith death investigation. It marks a trend of independent filmmakers using archival court records to provide alternative perspectives on high-profile media scandals.
Local audiences can view the documentary during its scheduled theater run from October 29 through November 4, 2026. A special screening was previously hosted at the Texas Theatre in Dallas.
The takeaway
Documentary storytelling often relies on the synthesis of personal accounts and official records to reframe past legal controversies. Viewers interested in the intersection of celebrity, law, and medicine should note the release schedule for this film in local theaters.
Further reading
Explore more local releases in the Documentary section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Dallas Observer.
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