Synopsis
Roger Corman / Metaphysics on a Shoestring
All things considered, Corman might be one of the most influential filmmakers in the history of motion pictures
This accolade is bestowed on him not just because of his success as a producer although, as the title of his autobiography boasts, he has made more than 100 pictures and never lost a dime
He may be one of the most influential filmmakers because, along the way to directing and producing more than 200 films, he ran a de facto school for young filmmakers, the alumni of which have garnered more money and awards than any other group in film history
Among them are James Cameron, Francis Coppola, and Jonathan Demme
Based on extensive research and interviews with Corman, the authors cover in detail each Corman-directed film