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Filmmakers David and Albert Maysles examine the career of movie producer-distributor Joseph E. Levine, whose works include "Carnal Knowledge."

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Alan Scherstuhl Village Voice Levine's life is a whirl of tuxes and phone calls, of selling every film until there's no longer a buck to be wrung from it. Apr 14, 2016 Full Review Richard Brody The New Yorker [Levine's] lascivious grin as he describes Loren's appearance suggests exactly where art and commerce intersect. Apr 4, 2016 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Stylistically, this is a bit awkward compared to other Maysles's films. The narration is unnecessary and the editing isn't always graceful. Still, it's an interesting portrait of a past era of Hollywood that follows legendary mega producer Joseph E. Levine. After watching it, I almost felt nostalgic for its vision of a pleasantly administered and marketed Hollywood. In 1963, this may have played as a de-romanticized look behind the scenes of the film industry, but in our post Star Wars era it seems charming and quaint. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 01/26/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Filmmakers David and Albert Maysles examine the career of movie producer-distributor Joseph E. Levine, whose works include "Carnal Knowledge."
Director
Albert Maysles, David Maysles
Producer
Albert Maysles, David Maysles
Production Co
Maysles Films
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Runtime
53m
Sound Mix
Mono
Aspect Ratio
35mm