Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream
Synopsis
From 1970-1977, six low budget films shown at midnight transformed the way we make and watch films.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Festival de Cannes
Festival / Special Debut
November 13, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stuart Samuels
- Screenplay & Story
- Stuart Samuels
- Original Score
- Eric Cadesky, Nick Dyer
- Original Title
- Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Stuart Samuels Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stuart Samuels
Stuart Samuels
Eric Cadesky, Nick Dyer
Richard Fox
Michael Bembenek, Robert J. Coleman, John Dowding
Stuart Samuels
Department Leadership Roster
Stuart Samuels
Director
Stuart Samuels
Writer
Richard Fox
Director of Photography
Stuart Samuels
Producer
Eric Cadesky
Original Music Composer
Nick Dyer
Original Music Composer
Michael Bembenek
Editor
Robert J. Coleman
Editor
John Dowding
Editor
Lorenzo Massa
Editor
Kevin Rollins
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream about?
From 1970-1977, six low budget films shown at midnight transformed the way we make and watch films.
Who directed Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream?
Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream was directed by Stuart Samuels.
Who stars in Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream?
The principal cast of Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream includes Alejandro Jodorowsky, George A. Romero, Perry Henzell, John Waters, Richard O'Brien.
When was Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream released and how long is it?
Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Midnight Movies: From the Margin to the Mainstream was composed by Eric Cadesky, Nick Dyer.