2002
Issue 45
Dec/January/February
Dec/January/February
Contents
Cover Story: Billy Crudup
by Phillip Williams
Since winning raves for his stage performance in Tom Stoppard's Arcadia, Billy Crudup has carefully been building a reputation as one of his generation's most talented-and career savvy-actors.
The Other Side of Orson Welles
by Michael Tunison
The Other Side of the Wind is considered Orson Welles' last major directorial effort-but will audiences ever get a chance to see it? If Peter Bogdanovich gets his way, it just may happen very soon.
Oscar-Winning Perspectives on Editing
by Doug Atchison
Three Oscar-winning editors-Walter Murch, Anne Coates and Glenn Farr-discuss the dos and don'ts of their craft.
Sundance and the Olympics
by David Geffner
With the Olympic games moving through Park City just a few weeks after Sundance, will competition between moviemakers be the only kind that exists on the mountain this January?
Fancydancing with Sherman Alexie
by Litsa Dremousis
Always fiercely independent poet/novelist/producer/screenwriter Sherman Alexie takes on the role of director for the first time with his digital feature, The Business of Fancydancing.
Things I've Learned as a Moviemaker
by Sherman Alexie
Buzz Without a Budget
by Lloyd Kaufman, Adam Jahnke, and Elayne Taylor
Lloyd Kaufman, the irrepressible President of Troma, knows something about self-promotion-as any Cannes attendee will tell you.
Fill Those Seats!
by Elayne Taylor
Lloyd Kaufman helps another independent moviemaker traverse the waters of one of the world's most prestigious film festivals.
2002 Top 10 Cities in North America for Moviemakers
by Lenny Smith
Once again, MM counts down the 10 best places to live in North America if you're a moviemaker-and a few of the picks just may surprise you.
Learning from the Classics: Anthony Mann's The Naked Spur
by Jeremy Arnold
For moviemakers, a lot can be learned from films of the past-and Anthony Mann's western masterpiece is one case in point.
35mm Film Stocks: What Your Favorite DPs are Using
by Andy Rose
With a new range of 35mm film stocks to choose from, how does a DP pick just one? Cinematographers Allen Daviau, Adam Holender and Elliott Davis reveal their secrets.
MM Notebook
Letters
Home Cinema: The Best and Worst of 2001, Part 1, Part 2
by Travis Crawford and Rus Thompson
Festival Beat: Portland Festival of World Cinema
by Jeremy Arnold
World Cinema: Britain's FilmFour
by Phillip Williams
How They Did It: 531
by Rob Goodman
Shorts: The Parking Spot
by David Dooyun Kim
Shorts: H.P. Lovecraft's Nyarlathotep
by Christian Matzke
Documentary: The Truth Behind Film
by Terry Zwigoff, D.A. Pennebaker, and Albert Maysles
Mixed Reviews
Profile: Selma Blair
by Timothy Rhys
Crossing the Line: Budd Boetticher, Pauline Kael
by Steven Peros
Cover Story: Billy Crudup
by Phillip Williams
Since winning raves for his stage performance in Tom Stoppard's Arcadia, Billy Crudup has carefully been building a reputation as one of his generation's most talented-and career savvy-actors.
The Other Side of Orson Welles
by Michael Tunison
The Other Side of the Wind is considered Orson Welles' last major directorial effort-but will audiences ever get a chance to see it? If Peter Bogdanovich gets his way, it just may happen very soon.
Oscar-Winning Perspectives on Editing
by Doug Atchison
Three Oscar-winning editors-Walter Murch, Anne Coates and Glenn Farr-discuss the dos and don'ts of their craft.
Sundance and the Olympics
by David Geffner
With the Olympic games moving through Park City just a few weeks after Sundance, will competition between moviemakers be the only kind that exists on the mountain this January?
Fancydancing with Sherman Alexie
by Litsa Dremousis
Always fiercely independent poet/novelist/producer/screenwriter Sherman Alexie takes on the role of director for the first time with his digital feature, The Business of Fancydancing.
Things I've Learned as a Moviemaker
by Sherman Alexie
Buzz Without a Budget
by Lloyd Kaufman, Adam Jahnke, and Elayne Taylor
Lloyd Kaufman, the irrepressible President of Troma, knows something about self-promotion-as any Cannes attendee will tell you.
Fill Those Seats!
by Elayne Taylor
Lloyd Kaufman helps another independent moviemaker traverse the waters of one of the world's most prestigious film festivals.
2002 Top 10 Cities in North America for Moviemakers
by Lenny Smith
Once again, MM counts down the 10 best places to live in North America if you're a moviemaker-and a few of the picks just may surprise you.
Learning from the Classics: Anthony Mann's The Naked Spur
by Jeremy Arnold
For moviemakers, a lot can be learned from films of the past-and Anthony Mann's western masterpiece is one case in point.
35mm Film Stocks: What Your Favorite DPs are Using
by Andy Rose
With a new range of 35mm film stocks to choose from, how does a DP pick just one? Cinematographers Allen Daviau, Adam Holender and Elliott Davis reveal their secrets.
MM Notebook
Letters
Home Cinema: The Best and Worst of 2001, Part 1, Part 2
by Travis Crawford and Rus Thompson
Festival Beat: Portland Festival of World Cinema
by Jeremy Arnold
World Cinema: Britain's FilmFour
by Phillip Williams
How They Did It: 531
by Rob Goodman
Shorts: The Parking Spot
by David Dooyun Kim
Shorts: H.P. Lovecraft's Nyarlathotep
by Christian Matzke
Documentary: The Truth Behind Film
by Terry Zwigoff, D.A. Pennebaker, and Albert Maysles
Mixed Reviews
Profile: Selma Blair
by Timothy Rhys
Crossing the Line: Budd Boetticher, Pauline Kael
by Steven Peros
Cover Story: Billy Crudup by Phillip Williams Since winning raves for his stage performance in Tom Stoppard's Arcadia, Billy Crudup has carefully been building a reputation as one of...
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Issue 46
March/April/May
March/April/May
Contents
Cover Story: Randall Wallace
by Karen Holly
Though success may seem to have found Randall Wallace rather easily, his career path has not been without the requisite struggles. Here, the writer-director behind We Were Soldiers reveals how he reached the top.
Restoration Man
by Mark Griffin
Film preservation is not just a cause celebre for UCLA's Bob Gitt, it's a way of life.
Screenwriting in Cyberspace
by Jennifer M. Wood
The Internet offers a number of ways to get your script seen-and purchased.
Adrian Lyne's Language of Sex and Suspicion
by Philip Williams
It's been five years since Adrian Lyne made headlines with Lolita. Now the always engaging ,' director is back with another tale of sex and betrayal in Unfaithful.
The Dos and Don't of Screenplay Competitions
by James L. Menzies
Decision-makers at the top Screenwriting competitions sound off about the surefire ways to help (and hinder) your chances of winning.
Still Waiting for Star Wars
by Andrew Hamlin
As Star Wars: Episode II -Attack of the Clones is about to be released, two fans have made certain they're the first ones in line for tickets.
Is the Future of Film... Film?
by Andy Rose
Though DV has revolutionized the independent film world, film is making a comeback, of sorts-and this time the star is 16mm.
Screenwriting from the Frontlines
by Steven Peros
A first-time screenwriter discusses the experience-and rarity-of being invited (by Peter Bogdanovich!) to participate in the production of his script.
For the Kid in All of Us
by Philip Williams
Family films are eating up market share like never before, and moviemakers who can bridge the gap between kids and adults are creating some of our new best-loved classics.
The Art of Appreciation
by Andy Rose
Film societies have emerged as a way for locals to appreciate cinema-and support indie production.
Screenwriting With an Accent
by Lenny Smith
Looking beyond U.S. borders could be a profitable solution for screenwriters out of other options.
From Novel to Screen: Authors Speak Out
by Jennifer M. Wood
Top novelists talk about the way Hollywood has treated their material.
Unsung Heroes of Cinema
by Bob Mastrangelo
Each year we lose a significant portion of what can only be described as the living history of cinema. Here, MM pays tribute to a few of 2001's unsung heroes.
MM Notebook
Letters
Home Cinema: The Cinema of Brian De Palma
by Travis Crawford
Festival Beat: Park City, Durango
by Allison Walton and Jennifer M. Wood
World Cinema: Finnish Films
by Kirill Galetski
How They Did It: What Matters Most
by James A. Cusumano
Shorts: Psycho Too
by Andrew Gluck
Oscar-Winning Perspectives: On Screenwriting
by Joel Engel
Profile: Mika Kaurismaki
by Kirill Galetski
Mixed Reviews
Flash Forward: Polly Cusumano
by Tim Rhys
Crossing the Line: Sir Nigel Hawthorne, Harold Russell, Julia Phillips
by Steven Peros
Sponsored Feature: Dr. Rawstock
Cover Story: Randall Wallace
by Karen Holly
Though success may seem to have found Randall Wallace rather easily, his career path has not been without the requisite struggles. Here, the writer-director behind We Were Soldiers reveals how he reached the top.
Restoration Man
by Mark Griffin
Film preservation is not just a cause celebre for UCLA's Bob Gitt, it's a way of life.
Screenwriting in Cyberspace
by Jennifer M. Wood
The Internet offers a number of ways to get your script seen-and purchased.
Adrian Lyne's Language of Sex and Suspicion
by Philip Williams
It's been five years since Adrian Lyne made headlines with Lolita. Now the always engaging ,' director is back with another tale of sex and betrayal in Unfaithful.
The Dos and Don't of Screenplay Competitions
by James L. Menzies
Decision-makers at the top Screenwriting competitions sound off about the surefire ways to help (and hinder) your chances of winning.
Still Waiting for Star Wars
by Andrew Hamlin
As Star Wars: Episode II -Attack of the Clones is about to be released, two fans have made certain they're the first ones in line for tickets.
Is the Future of Film... Film?
by Andy Rose
Though DV has revolutionized the independent film world, film is making a comeback, of sorts-and this time the star is 16mm.
Screenwriting from the Frontlines
by Steven Peros
A first-time screenwriter discusses the experience-and rarity-of being invited (by Peter Bogdanovich!) to participate in the production of his script.
For the Kid in All of Us
by Philip Williams
Family films are eating up market share like never before, and moviemakers who can bridge the gap between kids and adults are creating some of our new best-loved classics.
The Art of Appreciation
by Andy Rose
Film societies have emerged as a way for locals to appreciate cinema-and support indie production.
Screenwriting With an Accent
by Lenny Smith
Looking beyond U.S. borders could be a profitable solution for screenwriters out of other options.
From Novel to Screen: Authors Speak Out
by Jennifer M. Wood
Top novelists talk about the way Hollywood has treated their material.
Unsung Heroes of Cinema
by Bob Mastrangelo
Each year we lose a significant portion of what can only be described as the living history of cinema. Here, MM pays tribute to a few of 2001's unsung heroes.
MM Notebook
Letters
Home Cinema: The Cinema of Brian De Palma
by Travis Crawford
Festival Beat: Park City, Durango
by Allison Walton and Jennifer M. Wood
World Cinema: Finnish Films
by Kirill Galetski
How They Did It: What Matters Most
by James A. Cusumano
Shorts: Psycho Too
by Andrew Gluck
Oscar-Winning Perspectives: On Screenwriting
by Joel Engel
Profile: Mika Kaurismaki
by Kirill Galetski
Mixed Reviews
Flash Forward: Polly Cusumano
by Tim Rhys
Crossing the Line: Sir Nigel Hawthorne, Harold Russell, Julia Phillips
by Steven Peros
Sponsored Feature: Dr. Rawstock
Cover Story: Randall Wallace by Karen Holly Though success may seem to have found Randall Wallace rather easily, his career path has not been without the requisite struggles. Here,...
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Issue 47
June/July/August
June/July/August
Contents
Cover Story: Frances McDormand
by Travis Crawford
Don't tell Frances McDormand that Hollywood is a tough place for actresses over 40. Her versatile body of work has allowed her to become one of cinema's more prolific character actors.
A Matter of Opinion
by Mark Griffin
Though still optimistic that the next great movie may be just around the corner, critics Kenneth Turan, David Sterritt and Roger Ebert are realistic about the state of contemporary cinema.
The Return of Ray Carney: (Part I)
by Shelly Friedman
The world's most outspoken, fearless critic of American cinema is back, with a fresh new rant.
Film School Online
by Lenny Smith
The Internet has paved the way for all sorts of companies to conduct business online. Film education was the next logical step.
John Sayles: Genius on a Budget
by James L. Menzies
In an industry where most non-conformists are eaten alive by the Hollywood monster, John Sayles has proven elusive-and ultimately inedible.
New Digital Pathways
by Phillip William
For independent moviemakers considering the DV route, there's a dizzying array of new choices and considerations to sort through.
Numbers Versus Art in the Trailer Business
by Adam M. Goldstein
In an industry blessed with some of society's most creative minds, one might wonder why most movie trailers feel as if they just rolled off an assembly line.
The 25 Most Influential Directors of All Time
by Jennifer M. Wood
From Welles to Woody, Griffith to Godard, Lang to Lubitsch, MM polled the best and the brightest to count down the 25 most influential directors ever.
Don't Mean a Thing if it Ain't Got... an Agent
by Karen Holly
Two top agents shed some light on how an up-and-coming writer can make a splash-and wrangle representation-in Hollywood.
Cable Cinema Productions
by Andy Rose
Cable television offers indies a new option in the distribution game.
The State of Film School
transcribed by Jennifer Widor
The deans of some of our best-known film programs discuss issues affecting students and faculty in 2002.
The French New Wave Revisited
by Phillip Williams
More than 40 years after their emergence, the directors and films of the French New Wave continue to affect and inform modern moviemakers.
MM Notebook
Letters
Home Cinema: Film School on Your Couch
by Travis Crawford
Festival Beat: Philadelphia, Cucalorus
by Jennifer M. Wood and Howie Goldklang
World Cinema: Brazilian Rebirth
by Phillip Williams
How They Did It: Dead by Monday
by Curt Truninger
How They Did It: Hungry Hearts
by Glenn M. Benest
On The Set: Script Supervisor
by Julie Ann Robinson
Documentary: The Kid Stays in the Picture
by Travis Crawford
Profile: Doug Liman
by Jennifer M. Wood
Sponsored Feature: Summer 2002: AFI
Crossing the Line: Billy Wilder, Dudley Moore
by Steven Peros
Cover Story: Frances McDormand
by Travis Crawford
Don't tell Frances McDormand that Hollywood is a tough place for actresses over 40. Her versatile body of work has allowed her to become one of cinema's more prolific character actors.
A Matter of Opinion
by Mark Griffin
Though still optimistic that the next great movie may be just around the corner, critics Kenneth Turan, David Sterritt and Roger Ebert are realistic about the state of contemporary cinema.
The Return of Ray Carney: (Part I)
by Shelly Friedman
The world's most outspoken, fearless critic of American cinema is back, with a fresh new rant.
Film School Online
by Lenny Smith
The Internet has paved the way for all sorts of companies to conduct business online. Film education was the next logical step.
John Sayles: Genius on a Budget
by James L. Menzies
In an industry where most non-conformists are eaten alive by the Hollywood monster, John Sayles has proven elusive-and ultimately inedible.
New Digital Pathways
by Phillip William
For independent moviemakers considering the DV route, there's a dizzying array of new choices and considerations to sort through.
Numbers Versus Art in the Trailer Business
by Adam M. Goldstein
In an industry blessed with some of society's most creative minds, one might wonder why most movie trailers feel as if they just rolled off an assembly line.
The 25 Most Influential Directors of All Time
by Jennifer M. Wood
From Welles to Woody, Griffith to Godard, Lang to Lubitsch, MM polled the best and the brightest to count down the 25 most influential directors ever.
Don't Mean a Thing if it Ain't Got... an Agent
by Karen Holly
Two top agents shed some light on how an up-and-coming writer can make a splash-and wrangle representation-in Hollywood.
Cable Cinema Productions
by Andy Rose
Cable television offers indies a new option in the distribution game.
The State of Film School
transcribed by Jennifer Widor
The deans of some of our best-known film programs discuss issues affecting students and faculty in 2002.
The French New Wave Revisited
by Phillip Williams
More than 40 years after their emergence, the directors and films of the French New Wave continue to affect and inform modern moviemakers.
MM Notebook
Letters
Home Cinema: Film School on Your Couch
by Travis Crawford
Festival Beat: Philadelphia, Cucalorus
by Jennifer M. Wood and Howie Goldklang
World Cinema: Brazilian Rebirth
by Phillip Williams
How They Did It: Dead by Monday
by Curt Truninger
How They Did It: Hungry Hearts
by Glenn M. Benest
On The Set: Script Supervisor
by Julie Ann Robinson
Documentary: The Kid Stays in the Picture
by Travis Crawford
Profile: Doug Liman
by Jennifer M. Wood
Sponsored Feature: Summer 2002: AFI
Crossing the Line: Billy Wilder, Dudley Moore
by Steven Peros
Cover Story: Frances McDormand by Travis Crawford Don't tell Frances McDormand that Hollywood is a tough place for actresses over 40. Her versatile body of work has allowed her...
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Issue 48
September/October/November
September/October/November
Contents
Cover Story: Martin Scorsese's Comfortable State of Anxiety
by Timothy Rhys
He might well be America's greatest living director, but don't tell that to Martin Scorsese. He's still learning, still growing and still surprising us after all these years. Gangs of New York, his new 'eastern western,' is his biggest canvas yet.
Bright Lights, Small Community
by Christopher Henderson with Brita Wanger
Can NYC lay claim to being the heart of American independent cinema?
The Indie Distribution Crisis
by David Geffner
Though huge grosses from sleepers like My Big Fat Greek Wedding have industry wags trumpeting a new golden age, the real world of independent cinema is in crisis mode.
The Growth of a Film Artist: Part II
by Shelley Friedman
Ray Carney returns for another of his spirited, thought-provoking rants.
The Dos and Don'ts of DV Moviemaking
by John Gaspard & Dale Newton
Two vet moviemakers share a host of DV tips and techniques.
The Truth About Jonathan Demme
by Phillip Williams
The Oscar-winning director has never shied away from exploring the troubled contours of the American story landscape. But his latest film reveals a more playful side.
Remaking Film History
by Coby Carlucci & James L. Menzies
With a full slate of remakes coming soon (again) to theaters near you, MM takes a wry look at ways to keep films fresh the second time around.
The Digital Post-Production Democracy
by Steve Hamilton
Almost daily one hears of a digital project gaining theatrical release. But none of these films would likely exist without the creative empowerment provided by DV.
The Power of Plug-Ins
by Scott Billips
The only way to master digital post-production is with a handful of 'plug-ins.'
Pedro Almod?var: The Man From La Mancha
by Phillip Williams
The free-spirited iconoclast of Spanish cinema has a new film which tells a tale of the fine line between love and madness.
More is Better for Group 101
by R. Daniel Foster
The vow was simple: make one film a month for six months. Three years later that vow has produced more than 1,000 films by auteurs bent on making better films.
The Legendary Life of Henry Bumstead
by Eric Nazarian
The two-time Academy Award-winner shares his memories on collaborations with Alfred Hitchcock, George Roy Hill, Clint Eastwood and Martin Scorsese.
Steve Buscemi: Black and White in Color
by Jennifer M. Wood
Steve Buscemi has conquered the film world by asking all the right questions
MM Notebook
Letters
Home Cinema: Foreign Genre Titles
by Travis Crawford
Festival Beat: Austin, Telluride IndieFest
by Karen Holly & Julie A. Wood
World Cinema: The New Spanish Cinema
by Phillip Williams
Shorts: Richard Roe
by Ian E. Lawrence
Documentary: Rockets Redglare
by Jennifer M. Wood
On Location: New York City
Profile: Rebecca Miller
by Timothy Rhys
Frame by Frame: A Directorial Career
by Eric Sherman
Crossing the Line: John Frankenheimer, Rod Steiger
by Steven Peros and Timothy Rhys
Cover Story: Martin Scorsese's Comfortable State of Anxiety
by Timothy Rhys
He might well be America's greatest living director, but don't tell that to Martin Scorsese. He's still learning, still growing and still surprising us after all these years. Gangs of New York, his new 'eastern western,' is his biggest canvas yet.
Bright Lights, Small Community
by Christopher Henderson with Brita Wanger
Can NYC lay claim to being the heart of American independent cinema?
The Indie Distribution Crisis
by David Geffner
Though huge grosses from sleepers like My Big Fat Greek Wedding have industry wags trumpeting a new golden age, the real world of independent cinema is in crisis mode.
The Growth of a Film Artist: Part II
by Shelley Friedman
Ray Carney returns for another of his spirited, thought-provoking rants.
The Dos and Don'ts of DV Moviemaking
by John Gaspard & Dale Newton
Two vet moviemakers share a host of DV tips and techniques.
The Truth About Jonathan Demme
by Phillip Williams
The Oscar-winning director has never shied away from exploring the troubled contours of the American story landscape. But his latest film reveals a more playful side.
Remaking Film History
by Coby Carlucci & James L. Menzies
With a full slate of remakes coming soon (again) to theaters near you, MM takes a wry look at ways to keep films fresh the second time around.
The Digital Post-Production Democracy
by Steve Hamilton
Almost daily one hears of a digital project gaining theatrical release. But none of these films would likely exist without the creative empowerment provided by DV.
The Power of Plug-Ins
by Scott Billips
The only way to master digital post-production is with a handful of 'plug-ins.'
Pedro Almod?var: The Man From La Mancha
by Phillip Williams
The free-spirited iconoclast of Spanish cinema has a new film which tells a tale of the fine line between love and madness.
More is Better for Group 101
by R. Daniel Foster
The vow was simple: make one film a month for six months. Three years later that vow has produced more than 1,000 films by auteurs bent on making better films.
The Legendary Life of Henry Bumstead
by Eric Nazarian
The two-time Academy Award-winner shares his memories on collaborations with Alfred Hitchcock, George Roy Hill, Clint Eastwood and Martin Scorsese.
Steve Buscemi: Black and White in Color
by Jennifer M. Wood
Steve Buscemi has conquered the film world by asking all the right questions
MM Notebook
Letters
Home Cinema: Foreign Genre Titles
by Travis Crawford
Festival Beat: Austin, Telluride IndieFest
by Karen Holly & Julie A. Wood
World Cinema: The New Spanish Cinema
by Phillip Williams
Shorts: Richard Roe
by Ian E. Lawrence
Documentary: Rockets Redglare
by Jennifer M. Wood
On Location: New York City
Profile: Rebecca Miller
by Timothy Rhys
Frame by Frame: A Directorial Career
by Eric Sherman
Crossing the Line: John Frankenheimer, Rod Steiger
by Steven Peros and Timothy Rhys
Cover Story: Martin Scorsese's Comfortable State of Anxiety by Timothy Rhys He might well be America's greatest living director, but don't tell that to Martin Scorsese. He's still learning,...
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