Posted by ParkerLewis at d57-67.bbylny.optonline.net on January 18, 2000 at 14:31:00:
Me and my friend Matt both feel that if we ever get to make a movie, that we would definitely do a commentary track, even beg to do one. It seems like the coolest thing that you can do after you're done making a film. Giving all the "making of" stories and explaining stuff that you think is cool... this seems like a chance so few people get that one would need to jump on it.
Another friend thinks that commentaries are about the gayest thing in the world and he'd rather watch Superstar again than listen to one.
Since you've done one on all your films, you obviously don't mind them, but what do you *really* think of them? Is it a chance for you to just chat, or should it be just be there to give info? Open for all red folk to comment on.
Side note: My favorite commentaries are Andersons's "Boogie Nights" (sheer madness)and Mel Brooks' "Young Frankenstein" (like talking to an old friend).
Worst? "The Stand" (Silence for 3/4ths when not telling inane stories.)