Badalamenti, Angelo: Composer of David Lynch Films and Others

Composer Angelo Badalamenti is highly regarded for his award winning scoring work in film and television.  Best known for his many collaborations with director David Lynch, he is also a popular and respected recording artist, having worked with the likes of David Bowie, Paul McCartney, Pet Shop Boys, Anthrax, Michael Jackson, Julie Cruise, Marianne Faithfull and Dolores O'Riordan, to name a few.

Directors: Maybury, John–Maverick

John Maybury is the innovative director of “The Edge of Love,” starring Keira Knightley.  “Love is the Devil” (1998), Maybury's feature film examination of the doomed relationship between artist Francis Bacon and his lover George Dyer, enjoyed great success at the 1998 Cannes Film Festival, and played to acclaim at festivals around the world.

 

Directors: Hollywood’s Top Helmers–2009

The popular magazine Entertainment Weekly (EW) is famous for its lists and lists of lists. They recently published a list of the Top 25 Active Directors, defined as the “most talented, in-demand directors today.”

Eastwood is placed well below Tarantino, who has not made a picture in years.

Directors: Passer, Ivan-Czech Film Series

March 5, 2009–Jan Sikl opens the exhibition of his Czech film series Private Century with a screening of the episode Daddy and Lili “Marlene,” followed by a conversation with Ivan Passer.

Perry, Tyler: Profile of Actor-Writer-Director

Tyler Perry plays several roles (Madea, Uncle Joe, Brian) and is the writer, producer, and director of his new picture, “Madea Goes to Jail.” His journey from the hard streets of New Orleans to Hollywood’s power elite has been nothing short of impressive and inspirational.