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A Constant Forge
“The Life and Art of John Cassavetes”
6.8 / 10• 2000• 3h 20m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
One of the great mavericks of cinema, John Cassavetes has earned a reputation as the godfather of American independent movies. The actor-turned-filmmaker invented a realist style of unadorned narrative films heavily influenced by documentaries. This in-depth analysis of Cassavetes' life and work features interviews with key collaborators and ensemble regulars, and explores the making of classics like "The Killing of a Chinese Bookie," "Opening Night" and "A Woman Under the Influence."
Cast & Crew
John Cassavetes
Self (archive footage)
Lead
Seymour Cassel
Self
Carol Kane
Self
Jon Voight
Self
Ben Gazzara
Self
Peter Falk
Self
AI
Annette Insdorf
Self
Sean Penn
Self
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Charles Kiselyak's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. A Constant Forge is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
