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Underground Filmmaker George Kuchar Dies

Posted on September 9, 2011 at 5:00 am by Jeff Kuykendall

George Kuchar, one half of the twin “Kuchar Brothers” who together are responsible for some of the strangest – and most memorable – underground films of the 60’s and 70’s, has passed away at age 69. The prolific artist was … Continue reading →

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The Comics Journal Interviews Jodorowsky

Posted on August 26, 2011 at 5:00 am by Jeff Kuykendall

The Comics Journal has published a short interview with El Topo director Alejandro Jodorowsky, concentrating (for a refreshing change) on his lengthy and fascinating career in the field of comic books. On these shores, his work in this field has … Continue reading →

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Giorgio Moroder’s “Metropolis” Re-Released

Posted on August 16, 2011 at 6:52 am by Jeff Kuykendall

Well, now that Kino has released on Blu-Ray the most complete version of Fritz Lang’s Metropolis ever to be seen since its original screenings, can the book finally be closed on Rotwang and Robot Maria? Almost. There’s still the problematic case … Continue reading →

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