Fifteen notable figures from the film industry, including John Waters and Buck Henry, provide commentary on the Kuchar brothers' impact on underground filmmaking.
“The day the Bronx invaded Hollywood.”
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Fifteen notable figures from the film industry, including John Waters and Buck Henry, provide commentary on the Kuchar brothers' impact on underground filmmaking.
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George Kuchar and Mike Kuchar, twin filmmakers from the Bronx, revolutionized underground cinema with their low-budget, avant-garde films. Directed by Jennifer Kroot, *It Came from Kuchar* features commentary from notable figures such as John Waters and B. Ruby Rich. The documentary premiered at the South by Southwest film festival on March 14, 2009, and includes interviews and archival footage that reflect the Kuchar brothers' influence on independent filmmaking. Funding came from organizations like the Andy Warhol Foundation and the San Francisco Arts Commission.
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Why Watch
- Meet George and Mike Kuchar, underground film legends.
- See commentary from John Waters and Guy Maddin.
- Find out about the Kuchars' influence on indie cinema.
Did You Know
- The film premiered at South by Southwest on March 14, 2009.
- It received a 94 percent positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
- The documentary features commentary from 15 notable film figures.
- The film was produced by Tigerlily Films LLC.
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Who directed the documentary It Came from Kuchar?
Jennifer Kroot directed the documentary It Came from Kuchar.
What was the premiere date of It Came from Kuchar?
It Came from Kuchar premiered on March 14, 2009, at the South by Southwest film festival.
What is the Rotten Tomatoes rating for It Came from Kuchar?
It Came from Kuchar has a 94 percent positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with 15 positive reviews out of 16.
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