Posted by Argent at spider-ta013.proxy.aol.com on November 22, 1999 at 14:39:33:
In Reply to: Re: Advice to a movie maker from you guys??? posted by Neil on November 22, 1999 at 13:47:25:
:: No offense to the people who swear by this book, but I found it unreadable. It's so plodding. However, that's a matter of style, I'm sure it's informative. I would recommend his commentary on the EL MARIACHI LD or DVD for anyone interested in the subject.::
Hm. Well, I liked it, anyway. And I have the LD and DVD, and you're right about the commentary. Very good, very informative. I like Rodriguez' opinions and techniques on video vs. 35mm or Super-8, however (in the book), and found its contents well worth reading..... =)
(--another great LD analog commentary on indie prods is "Evil Dead 2", a good look at Sam Raimi's and Bruce Campbell's road to cultdom. The analog is by the men themselves, et al.)
Devil by the deed,
Argent