The Directors - John Frankenheimer
Editorial Review:
Amazon.com
The makers of this documentary about John Frankenheimer have done a masterful job of illuminating the work, philosophy, personality, and style of the eminent director. In revealing interviews, Frankenheimer shares fascinating thoughts and anecdotes about his life and career. He talks about having been "divinely happy" working in television, where he directed 152 live dramas between 1954 and 1960. Stories Frankenheimer tells about working with Burt Lancaster, star of his films Birdman of Alcatraz and Seven Days in May, reveal a great deal about both men. Frankenheimer discloses some surprising information about President John F. Kennedy's involvement with the groundbreaking psychological thriller The Manchurian Candidate. Actors who have worked with Frankenheimer over the course of his long career, including Samuel L. Jackson, Kirk Douglas, and Angela Lansbury, provide informative oncamera commentary. Jackson, who starred in HBO's powerful drama about the Attica Prison uprising, Against the Wall, has high praise for Frankenheimer's outstanding rapport with actors. Film clips from classic Frankenheimer pictures make the viewer yearn to revisit these movies. A look back at the director's oeuvre corroborates actor Clarence Williams III's appraisal of John Frankenheimer as "a perfect Charles Dickens for our time." --Laura Mirsky
Description
As a filmmaker, John Frankenheimer has had an extraordinary career. Many of his films express his views on important social and philosophical topics, and he's never hesitated to tackle controversial subjects. His movies are numerous, and include The Manchurian Candidate, Birdman of Alcatraz, Seven Days in May, Grand Prix, Ronin and many more. Actors and collaborators that have worked with Frankenheimer and are interviewed here include Roy Scheider, Kirk Douglas, Samuel L. Jackson, Ann-Margret, and many more. 55 minutes.
Average customer rating: 
|
The Directors - John Frankenheimer
Starring: Edward Lewis , Martin Manulis , Ann-Margret , Bob Cooper (IV) , and Angela Lansbury Manufacturer: Winstar ProductGroup: DVD Binding: DVD  Biography
| Documentary
| Genres
| DVD
| Video
General
| Documentary
| Genres
| DVD
| Video
Douglas, Kirk
| ( D )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Evans, Evans
| ( E )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Forrest, Frederic
| ( F )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Jackson, Samuel L
| ( J )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Jens, Salome
| ( J )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Lansbury, Angela
| ( L )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Margret, Ann
| ( M )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Scheider, Roy
| ( S )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Sinatra, Frank
| ( S )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Steiger, Rod
| ( S )
| Actors & Actresses
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Used DVDs
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
| Action & Adventure
| African American Cinema
| Animation
| Anime & Manga
| Art House & International
| Classics
| Comedy
| Cult Movies
| Documentary
| Drama
| Educational
| Fitness & Yoga
| Gay & Lesbian
| Horror
| Kids & Family
| Military & War
| Music Video & Concerts
| Musicals & Performing Arts
| Mystery & Suspense
| Science Fiction & Fantasy
| Special Interests
| Sports
| Television
| Westerns
4-for-3 All DVDs
| 4-for-3 DVD
| Stores
| DVD
| Video
Documentary
| Today's Deals in DVD
| Special Features
| DVD
| Video
DVDs Under $7.49
| Today's Deals in DVD
| Special Features
| DVD
| Video
All Deals
| Today's Deals in DVD
| Special Features
| DVD
| Video
( D )
| Titles
| Features
| DVD
| Video
Similar Items:
ASIN: B00002SSKF Release Date: 1999-12-28 |
Amazon.com
The makers of this documentary about John Frankenheimer have done a masterful job of illuminating the work, philosophy, personality, and style of the eminent director. In revealing interviews, Frankenheimer shares fascinating thoughts and anecdotes about his life and career. He talks about having been "divinely happy" working in television, where he directed 152 live dramas between 1954 and 1960. Stories Frankenheimer tells about working with Burt Lancaster, star of his films Birdman of Alcatraz and Seven Days in May, reveal a great deal about both men. Frankenheimer discloses some surprising information about President John F. Kennedy's involvement with the groundbreaking psychological thriller The Manchurian Candidate. Actors who have worked with Frankenheimer over the course of his long career, including Samuel L. Jackson, Kirk Douglas, and Angela Lansbury, provide informative oncamera commentary. Jackson, who starred in HBO's powerful drama about the Attica Prison uprising, Against the Wall, has high praise for Frankenheimer's outstanding rapport with actors. Film clips from classic Frankenheimer pictures make the viewer yearn to revisit these movies. A look back at the director's oeuvre corroborates actor Clarence Williams III's appraisal of John Frankenheimer as "a perfect Charles Dickens for our time." --Laura MirskyDescription
As a filmmaker, John Frankenheimer has had an extraordinary career. Many of his films express his views on important social and philosophical topics, and he's never hesitated to tackle controversial subjects. His movies are numerous, and include The Manchurian Candidate, Birdman of Alcatraz, Seven Days in May, Grand Prix, Ronin and many more. Actors and collaborators that have worked with Frankenheimer and are interviewed here include Roy Scheider, Kirk Douglas, Samuel L. Jackson, Ann-Margret, and many more. 55 minutes.Customer Reviews:
JOHN FRANKENHEIMER RULES!!.......2003-12-05
DVD:
DVD