Children in the 1970s used Super 8 cameras to create backyard films featuring dinosaurs, aliens, and killer sharks, reflecting their vivid imaginations.
“Before Digital. Before Internet. Before Bedtime.”
Synopsis
Children in the 1970s used Super 8 cameras to create backyard films featuring dinosaurs, aliens, and killer sharks, reflecting their vivid imaginations.
Synopsis
Backyards across America became stages for young filmmakers in the 1970s. Children wielded Super 8 cameras, crafting imaginative films filled with dinosaurs, aliens, and killer sharks. Director Rob Hampton interviews former child filmmakers, including John Morgan, who reflect on their creative processes and the cultural influences of the era. Nostalgic footage captures the spirit of childhood adventure, revealing how these backyard productions became cherished memories. "Super 8 Daze" runs for 15 minutes and celebrates the art of filmmaking before the digital age.
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Why Watch
- Meet Rob Hampton, the director and childhood filmmaker.
- Find out how kids created films with Super 8 cameras.
- See nostalgic footage from the 1970s childhood adventures.
Did You Know
- The documentary was released in 2018 and runs for 15 minutes.
- Rob Hampton directed and appeared in the film alongside John Morgan.
- The film focuses on children's backyard filmmaking during the 1970s.
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Who directed the documentary Super 8 Daze?
Rob Hampton directed the documentary Super 8 Daze.
What year was Super 8 Daze released?
Super 8 Daze was released in 2018.
What is the duration of the documentary Super 8 Daze?
The duration of Super 8 Daze is 15 minutes.
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