The pinball industry generated more revenue than the American film industry from the 1950s to the 1970s, reflecting its cultural impact.
“Rediscover a lost icon”
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The pinball industry generated more revenue than the American film industry from the 1950s to the 1970s, reflecting its cultural impact.
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Synopsis
Brett Sullivan interviews fans and collectors in various countries, including the U.S., France, and Australia, to capture the essence of pinball culture. Special When Lit traces the history of pinball machines, which generated more revenue than the American film industry from the 1950s to the 1970s. The film features insights from designers and champion players, revealing a dedicated community that seeks to preserve this once-popular pastime. It premiered at the Raindance Film Festival in October 2009 and won awards at several film festivals.
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Why Watch
- Meet passionate pinball collectors from around the world.
- See interviews with pinball designers and champion players.
- Find out how pinball shaped pop culture from the 1950s to today.
Did You Know
- The pinball industry made more money than the American film industry from the 1950s to the 1970s.
- Special When Lit won Best Feature Documentary at the Los Angeles United Film Festival in 2009.
- The film was shot in multiple countries including the U.S., France, and Australia between 2006 and 2008.
- It was released on DVD and Blu-ray in January 2011, two years after its premiere.
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Who directed the documentary Special When Lit?
Brett Sullivan directed Special When Lit.
What year did Special When Lit premiere?
Special When Lit premiered in October 2009.
What awards did Special When Lit win?
It won Best Feature Documentary at the Los Angeles United Film Festival in 2009 and the Audience Award for Best Feature Documentary at the London United Film Festival in 2010.
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