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201885 minPGdocumentary

5.3/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Becoming Iconic

201885 minPGdocumentary

5.3/ 10(6 ratings)• TMDB

Filmmaker Baker faces numerous challenges while completing his movie "Inconceivable," with commentary from directors Martin Scorsese and Ava DuVernay.

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Neal Thibedeau,

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Filmmaker Baker faces numerous challenges while completing his movie "Inconceivable," with commentary from directors Martin Scorsese and Ava DuVernay.

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Neal Thibedeaudirector

Janek Ambros

Janek Ambrosdirector

John Badham

John Badhamcast

Jonathan Baker

Jonathan Bakercast

Warren Beatty

Warren Beattycast

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Filmmaker Baker works to complete his movie "Inconceivable," which stars Nicolas Cage. The documentary features interviews with directors like Martin Scorsese and Ava DuVernay. They discuss their first films and the challenges they faced entering the film industry. Baker's personal experiences reflect the dedication and effort required to succeed in filmmaking. The film runs for 85 minutes and was released in 2018. It offers insights into the creative process behind making movies.

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