Five cinephiles in New York City watch between two to five films daily, totaling up to 2,000 films each year.
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Five cinephiles in New York City watch between two to five films daily, totaling up to 2,000 films each year.
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Jack Angstreich, one of five cinephiles profiled in New York City, spends his days watching up to five films, often claiming to have seen over 1,000 films in just eight months. Directed by Angela Christlieb and Stephen Kijak, Cinemania follows these dedicated movie lovers as they navigate their obsession with cinema. Eric Chadbourne, Harvey Schwartz, Bill Heidbreder, and Roberta Hill each have unique habits and preferences, from collecting memorabilia to avoiding video formats. Their lives revolve around the theaters of New York, revealing the depth of their commitment to film.
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- Meet Eric Chadbourne, a musical film enthusiast.
- Follow Jack Angstreich's extreme film-watching habits.
- Discover Roberta Hill's extensive film memorabilia collection.
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- Jack Angstreich claims to have seen over 1,000 films in eight months.
- Harvey Schwartz can quote the exact running time of every film he's seen.
- Roberta Hill has kept film memorabilia for over five decades.
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Who directed the documentary Cinemania?
Cinemania was directed by Angela Christlieb and Stephen Kijak.
What is the average number of films seen by Jack Angstreich per day?
Jack Angstreich sees upwards of five films per day.
What percentage of critics gave positive reviews to Cinemania on Rotten Tomatoes?
Cinemania received positive reviews from 86% of 37 critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
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