A Constant Forge
United States • 2000 • 3h 20m
Director
#256Criterion Collection →Synopsis
One of the great mavericks of cinema, John Cassavetes has earned a reputation as the godfather of American independent movies. The actor-turned-filmmaker invented a realist style of unadorned narrative films heavily influenced by documentaries. This in-depth analysis of Cassavetes' life and work features interviews with key collaborators and ensemble regulars, and explores the making of classics like "The Killing of a Chinese Bookie," "Opening Night" and "A Woman Under the Influence."
Synopsis
One of the great mavericks of cinema, John Cassavetes has earned a reputation as the godfather of American independent movies. The actor-turned-filmmaker invented a realist style of unadorned narrative films heavily influenced by documentaries. This in-depth analysis of Cassavetes' life and work features interviews with key collaborators and ensemble regulars, and explores the making of classics like "The Killing of a Chinese Bookie," "Opening Night" and "A Woman Under the Influence."
Credits
Crew
DirectorCharles Kiselyak
WriterCharles Kiselyak
ComposerBo Harwood
EditorDenise Cochran
ProducerCharles Kiselyak
Cast
John Cassavetesas Self (archive footage)
Seymour Casselas Self
Carol Kaneas Self
Jon Voightas Self
Ben Gazzaraas Self