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The Typewriter, the Rifle & the Movie Camera

1996 · 55 min Documentary
6.4 / 10 · TMDB

In a documentary about Samuel Fuller, the spectator gets different impressions about the Hollywood director and his films. The film is divided into the three sections: The Typewriter, the Rifle and the Movie Camera. The first segment covers Fuller's past as a newsman where he began as a copy boy and ended as a reporter. Part two describes Fuller's experiences in World War II, in which he participated as a soldier. The last section focuses on Fuller as director. Tim Robbins interviews Samuel Fuller revealing the director's own memories and impressions. Beside the interview, Jim Jarmusch, Martin Scorsese and Quentin Tarantino accompany the documentary with their comments.

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Year 1996
Country United Kingdom, United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director Adam Simon
Runtime 55 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.4/10 (7 votes)

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The Typewriter, the Rifle & the Movie Camera has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.4/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

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A classic from 1996. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

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