Working with a Master: John Landis (2006)

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Short documentary about John Landis and his horror works.

Introduction
"Working with a Master: John Landis" (2006) is a documentary that supplies a behind-the-scenes take a look at the life and career of renowned filmmaker John Landis. Directed by Dave Parker, the 58-minute documentary belongs of a series that clarifies the lives of iconic horror film directors. The film delves into John Landis' work, featuring interviews with associates, partners, movie critics, and Landis himself, providing a detailed viewpoint to his influence on the film industry.

Career Path of John Landis
The documentary opens with the journey of Landis' early days in the movie market. Striking a balance in between humor and scary, Landis, at a young age, discovered a distinct way to tell stories in films. Against all chances, he began his profession as a mailboy at 20th Century Fox, followed by his directorial launching with "Schlock" which helped him rise of success.

Landis' Notable Works
"Working with a Master: John Landis" provides an analysis of the director's significant works, including "An American Werewolf in London", "The Twilight Zone", "The Blues Brothers", and "Animal House". Each of these works exemplifies Landis' mastery of the movie script, direction, casting, and an unique flair for mixing scary and comedy, breathing life into such special genres. The director's skills, imagination, and ingenious storytelling approaches are efficiently highlighted throughout the documentary.

Landis' Influence and Style
Landis's revolutionary practices and numerous contributions to the movie market are drilled down with the informative interviews provided within the documentary. Renowned for typically including elements of funny within scary worlds, Landis's stylistic hallmarks are talked about in information. His films have affected an entire generation of filmmakers and have actually left an indelible mark on Hollywood.

Discussions with Associates and Colleagues
The documentary is lavish with interviews and reviews from people who have actually worked with Landis extremely closely, shedding light on his distinct working style and his ability as a director. Prestigious coworkers such as Rick Baker, David Naughton, and Max Landis speak generously about Landis' enthusiasm for filmmaking, his dedication to the craft, and his transmittable energy on set.

Personal Reflections
"Working with a Master: John Landis" includes honest, reflective interviews with Landis, in which he shares insights about his method to filmmaking, imaginative process, and willingness to take risks, developing a self-portrait of an artist never scared to break the mold. These personal comments include depth and character to the documentary, producing a more profound understanding of Landis as a filmmaker and an individual.

Conclusion
In the end, "Working with a Master: John Landis" effectively paints a vivid picture of an iconic filmmaker's journey and his significant impact on the movie industry. It's a must-watch for movie theater fans, especially those thinking about understanding the craft of filmmaking and the minds of the developers behind the video camera.

Top Cast

  • Forrest J. Ackerman (small)
    Forrest J. Ackerman
    Himself
  • Jenny Agutter (small)
    Jenny Agutter
    Self
  • Dan Aykroyd (small)
    Dan Aykroyd
    Self
  • Rick Baker (small)
    Rick Baker
    Self
  • Brian Benben (small)
    Brian Benben
    Self
  • Max Landis (small)
    Max Landis
    Self
  • Robert Loggia (small)
    Robert Loggia
    Self
  • Don Rickles (small)
    Don Rickles
    Self