Cast: Jack Smith

Direction Jonas Mekas

Cast Timothy Leary · Ed Emshwiller · Jack Smith · Mario Montez

Synopsis Walden: Diaries, Notes and Sketches (1969) presents the pioneering work of Jonas Mekas, a Lithuanian-born poet and icon of the American counter-culture scene. Mekas is celebrated for his innovative approach to filmmaking, particularly his development of the diary film genre....

Direction Jeffrey Schwarz

Cast Divine · John Waters · Ricki Lake · Tab Hunter

Synopsis I Am Divine (2013) presents a comprehensive biographical exploration of Harris Glenn Milstead, widely recognized as Divine, celebrating his legacy as a dedicated artist and enduring icon. The documentary chronicles Divine's journey, from his formative years as an eccentric youth...

Direction Ron Rice

Cast Jack Smith · Beverly Grant · Mario Montez · Joel Markman

Direction Grace Ofori-Attah · Philip Barantini

Cast Niamh Algar · Lorne MacFadyen · Scott Chambers · Priyanka Patel

Synopsis Malpractice (2023) is a gripping TV series that premiered in 2023, consisting of one season with five episodes. The story revolves around Dr. Lucinda Edwards, a highly skilled and resilient physician who finds herself in the midst of a professional...

Direction Sidney Sheldon · Hal Cooper · Claudio Guzmán · Gene Nelson

Cast Barbara Eden · Larry Hagman · Bill Daily · Hayden Rorke

Synopsis I Dream of Jeannie (TV Series) (1965) follows the adventures of Captain Tony Nelson, a dedicated astronaut who stumbles upon an enigmatic bottle during a space mission. Upon opening it, he inadvertently frees Jeannie, a genie who is thrilled to...

Direction Roy Del Ruth

Cast Doris Day · Gordon MacRae · Jack Smith · Leon Ames

Synopsis On Moonlight Bay (1951) follows the Winfield family as they settle into a charming new home in a quaint Indiana town. The story revolves around Marjorie Winfield, a spirited tomboy who finds herself drawn to William Sherman, a young man...

Direction Ken Jacobs

Cast Jack Smith

Synopsis Little Stabs at Happiness (S) (1960) is a unique documentary structured into four distinct segments. The first segment, "In the Room," features a man and a woman in eccentric attire seated in a claw-foot bathtub, smoking, while the man engages...

Direction Ken Jacobs

Cast Ken Jacobs · Jack Smith

Synopsis Blonde Cobra (1963) follows a man who engages in a series of introspective and theatrical actions, including handling various objects, admiring his reflection, and donning different outfits. He interacts with the camera, displaying a range of emotions from smiles to...

Direction Ken Jacobs

Cast Jack Smith

Synopsis Saturday Afternoon Blood Sacrifice (S) (1956) is a brief cinematic experience directed by Ken Jacobs, featuring Jack Smith as an enigmatic cult leader. Dressed in ornate, pseudo-papal attire, adorned with jewelry, and wearing makeup, Smith leads a peculiar group of...

Direction Mary Jordan

Cast Jack Smith

Synopsis Jack Smith and the Destruction of Atlantis (2006) presents a captivating mosaic of visuals and sounds drawn from the life and artistic endeavors of Jack Smith, a multifaceted figure known for his work as an underground filmmaker, photographer, performance artist,...

Direction Ari M. Roussimoff

Cast Craig Smith · Bruce Byron · Jack Smith · Emile de Antonio

Synopsis Shadows in the City (1991) follows the story of Paul Mills, a man plagued by despair and isolation, navigating a bleak urban landscape. His life is marked by a profound sense of purposelessness, and he is haunted by visions of...

Direction Ken Jacobs

Cast Jack Smith · Carolee Schneemann · Ken Jacobs

Direction Takahiko Iimura

Cast Stan Brakhage · Takahiko Iimura · Jonas Mekas · Jack Smith

Synopsis Filmmakers (1969) presents a concise self-portrait by Takashi Iimura alongside brief depictions of five of his contemporaries: Stan Brakhage, Ken Jacobs, Robert Smith, Jonas Mekas, and Andy Warhol. In each segment, Iimura mimics the distinctive styles and characteristics of these...

Direction Ken Jacobs

Cast Jack Smith

Synopsis The Death of P'town (S) (1963) was filmed in Provincetown during the summer of 1961 with the intention of raising funds for a more ambitious project. However, the film remained unfinished due to a heated altercation between actor Jack Smith...

Direction David Scheinmann

Cast Jack Smith · Brian Cox · Natascha McElhone · Anne Reid

Synopsis Believe (2013) follows the journey of a talented young footballer who finds himself in hot water after a minor offense. The story takes a dramatic turn when legendary former Manchester United coach Matt Busby steps out of retirement to mentor...

Direction Ken Jacobs

Cast Jack Smith · Jerry Sims · Gib Taylor · Bill Carpenter

Synopsis Star Spangled to Death (2004) is a thought-provoking documentary that masterfully blends archival footage with the director Ken Jacobs' own meticulously crafted scenes. This cinematic journey portrays a nation that has been compromised and exploited, using iconic elements of popular...

Direction Andy Awes · Raul Cadena · Ben Krueger · Bo Hakala

Cast Jeremy Frandrup · Emily Fradenburgh · Matt Roy · Charles Hubbell

Synopsis True Monsters (TV Miniseries) (2015) explores the enduring fascination with terrifying creatures that have haunted human imagination since time immemorial. This captivating series ventures beyond folklore to uncover the factual basis behind legendary beasts. It investigates the origins of iconic...

Direction Gregory J. Markopoulos

Cast Richard Beauvais · David Beauvais · Robert Alvarez · Taylor Mead

Synopsis The Illiac Passion (1967) is a highly praised cinematic endeavor by Gregory Markopoulos, drawing inspiration from the literary masterpiece "Prometheus Unbound." Markopoulos assembled a unique ensemble, creatively casting artist acquaintances and underground personalities to portray mythical characters, resulting in a...

Direction Ken Jacobs

Cast Jack Smith

Synopsis Little Cobra Dance (S) (1956) features Jack Smith, who navigates a fire escape while adorned in a homemade "Arabian" attire. Throughout the film, Smith engages in a progressively intense and spontaneous dance routine.