BBStory: An American Film Renaissance

0% Match201013+0h 47mHD

Overview

This 2009 documentary features directors Bob Rafelson, Peter Bogdanovich, and Henry Jaglom, actor-director Jack Nicholson, and actresses Karen Black and Ellen Burstyn, among others, reminiscing about the making of the groundbreaking films of BBS Productions.

Cast: Fred Roos, Micky Dolenz, Ellen Burstyn, Richard Schickel, Bob Rafelson, more

Director: Greg Carson

Genres: Documentary

Cast

Fred Roos

Self

Micky Dolenz

Self

Ellen Burstyn

Self

Richard Schickel

Self

Bob Rafelson

Self

Peter Bogdanovich

Self

Karen Black

Self

Jack Nicholson

Self

Henry Jaglom

Self

Timothy Bottoms

Self

Harry Gittes

Self

Bruce Dern

Self

You Might Like

6.0

Attack of the Hollywood Clichés!

2021

6.02021Movie

Attack of the Hollywood Clichés!

One-man armies, meet-cutes, casual strolls away from huge explosions — stars and industry insiders toast and roast these cinematic chestnuts and more.

6.9

Sidney

2022

6.92022Movie

Sidney

This revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier—iconic actor, filmmaker, and civil rights activist. Featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Halle Berry, and more.

6.2

Seduced and Abandoned

2013

6.22013Movie

Seduced and Abandoned

SEDUCED AND ABANDONED combines acting legend Alec Baldwin with director James Toback as they lead us on a troublesome and often hilarious journey of raising financing for their next feature film. Moving from director to financier to star actor, the two players provide us with a unique look behind the curtain at the world's biggest and most glamourous film festival, shining a light on the bitter-sweet relationship filmmakers have with Cannes and the film business. Featuring insights from directors Martin Scorsese, 'Bernando Bertolucci' and Roman Polanski; actors Ryan Gosling and Jessica Chastain and a host of film distribution luminaries.

6.9

Harry Dean Stanton: Partly Fiction

2013

6.92013Movie

Harry Dean Stanton: Partly Fiction

An impressionistic portrait of the iconic actor Harry Dean Stanton comprised of intimate moments, film clips from some of his 250 films and his renditions of American folk songs.

6.1

Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me

2023

6.12023Movie

Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me

From the heights of her modeling fame to her tragic death, this documentary reveals Anna Nicole Smith through the eyes of the people closest to her.

6.8

Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return

2022

6.82022Movie

Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return

This special explores the return of Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the screen, as well as Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen to their classic roles. Director Deborah Chow leads the cast and crew as they create new heroes and villains that live alongside new incarnations of beloved Star Wars characters, and an epic story that dramatically bridges the saga films.

7.0

De Palma

2016

7.02016Movie

De Palma

An intimate conversation between filmmakers, chronicling De Palma’s 55-year career, his life, and his filmmaking process, with revealing anecdotes and, of course, a wealth of film clips.

7.5

Spielberg

2017

7.52017Movie

Spielberg

A documentary on the life and career of one of the most influential film directors of all time, Steven Spielberg.

As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty

7.8

As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty

2000

7.82000Movie

As I Was Moving Ahead Occasionally I Saw Brief Glimpses of Beauty

A compilation of over 30 years of private home movie footage shot by Lithuanian-American avant-garde director Jonas Mekas, assembled by Mekas "purely by chance", without concern for chronological order.

7.2

Come See Me in the Good Light

2025

7.22025Movie

Come See Me in the Good Light

In an intimate and joyful story of love in the face of loss, celebrated poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley find strength—and unexpected hilarity—in what might be their final year together.

7.1

Making 'The Shining'

1980

7.11980Movie

Making 'The Shining'

Directed and edited by Stanley Kubrick's daughter Vivian Kubrick, this film offers a look behind the scenes during the making of The Shining.

7.2

Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20

2022

7.22022Movie

Avatar: The Deep Dive - A Special Edition of 20/20

An inside look at one of the most anticipated movie sequels ever with James Cameron and cast.

More Brains! A Return to the Living Dead

7.4

More Brains! A Return to the Living Dead

2011

7.42011Movie

More Brains! A Return to the Living Dead

Retrospective documentary about the making of the horror cult classic "The Return of the Living Dead."

7.4

The Director and the Jedi

2018

7.42018Movie

The Director and the Jedi

An intimate documentary delving into Rian Johnson's process as he comes in as a director new to the Star Wars universe.

7.8

Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner

2007

7.82007Movie

Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner

The definitive 3½-hour documentary about the troubled creation and enduring legacy of the science fiction classic 'Blade Runner', culled from 80 interviews and hours of never-before-seen outtakes and lost footage.

7.9

A Decade Under the Influence

2003

7.92003Movie

A Decade Under the Influence

A documentary examining the decade of the 1970s as a turning point in American cinema. Some of today's best filmmakers interview the influential directors of that time.

7.2

The Curse of the Dragon

1993

7.21993Movie

The Curse of the Dragon

A 1993 documentary film about Bruce Lee. The film includes interviews from some of his fellow students and opponents who worked alongside him in his movies.

Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films

7.2

Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films

2014

7.22014Movie

Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films

A documentary about the rise and fall of the Cannon Film Group, the legendary independent film company helmed by Israeli cousins Menahem Golan and Yoram Globus.

Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Eternals

7.1

Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Eternals

2022

7.12022Movie

Marvel Studios Assembled: The Making of Eternals

Join director Chloe Zhao and the Cast of Eternals as they recount their experiences during the making of Marvel Studios’ most ambitious film to date. Discover how the ensemble cast felt stepping into their roles, filming in remote locations, and creating bonds that would help to create the on-screen relationships that span over 7,000 years.

Showrunners: The Art of Running a TV Show

6.4

Showrunners: The Art of Running a TV Show

2014

6.42014Movie

Showrunners: The Art of Running a TV Show

“Showrunners” is the first ever feature length documentary film to explore the fascinating world of US television showrunners and the creative forces aligned around them. These are the people responsible for creating, writing and overseeing every element of production on one of the United State’s biggest exports – television drama and comedy series. Often described as the most complex job in the entertainment business, a showrunner is the chief writer / producer on a TV series and, in most instances, the show’s creator. Battling daily between art and commerce, showrunners manage every aspect of a TV show’s development and production: creative, financial and logistical.