This week on Shootout Peter Bart and Peter Guber talk about the role of film festivals--they seem to be growing in number and prominence. What's behind their popularity with filmmakers and what is their role in today's industry? Comments open below.
Hellboy and Hellboy 2 writer-director Guillermo del Toro never travels without his "bible," which serves not just as diary of ideas and concepts, but as a legacy for his daughters.
What's interesting about his career is that it's marked either by great success (Bonnie And Clyde) or extreme failure (Ishtar), making all his movies memorable.
Bad buzz can be diminished by good reviews. When, expectations are low, reviewers seem pleasantly surprised by the film and their positive responses could put fans' fears to rest.
It's pretty interesting the amount of money studios spend just to get their film screened at a festival, even if the film isn't any good.