Haunted World of Ed Wood, Jr.

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Haunted World of Ed Wood, Jr. (1996)

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How could it be that Ed Wood, Jr., the young man who wore a woman's bra and panties at the Battle of Tarawa in World War II, went on to become the Orson Welles of low-budget films?

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Title	Haunted World of Ed Wood, Jr. (1996)
Runtime	1 hr. 52 min.
Studio	Image Entertainment
Genres	News and Information
Description	How could it be that Ed Wood, Jr., the young man who wore a woman's bra and panties at the Battle of Tarawa in World War II, went on to become the Orson Welles of low-budget films? Through film clips, still photos and extensive interviews with the bizarre cadre of actors, ministers and girlfriends who were involved in such projects as Woods' "Plan 9 from Outer Space" and "Glen or Glenda?," this feature film explores the man and the cult legend that has sprung up since his death. Wood's status as the "Worst Filmmaker of All Time" has brought him posthumous acclaim in both the film and art worlds--a recognition hardly imaginable to the man who died penniless and unknown in the late 1970s.

24 days ago

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From the educational film era opening credits and theme, to the maudlin lights-out, curtain-drawn closing scene, and the frank yet generously observant interviews in between, this deliberately stylized documentary is a nearly perfect tribute to the great Z-movie maker Ed Wood, Jr. It has fun with the people being interviewed without ever making fun of them. The carefully contrived sets, George Hurrell-era backdrop lighting and costuming for each person interviewed was delightful. "The Haunted World of Edward D. Wood, Jr." is a labor of love and reveals a genuine affinity for the subject. A treat for any genuine fan who embraces, without reservation or judgment, the eccentricities, foibles and quirks of those who pursue their muse without regard to whatever they may lack in acceptance, talent or money.

about 1 month ago

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Read a book about his life, nothing like the movie starring Johnny Depp.Well the whole story about his life was'nt been told in that movie anyway.Lived a very sad and stormy life in the end.But,very interesting.Nightmare of ecstacy was the name of the book?

10 months ago

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The first time I knew of Ed Wood was the Tim Burton film, I like any Burton fan watched it and enjoyed it. I know everyone who's seen the Burton film and this one as well has diffrent opinons to the story; but this is film gives us a glimpse into Ed Wood the person, while Burton's work gives us a glimpse to Ed Wood the director, and yes its sad but true that Wood never recived the fame and respect he wanted and dreamed of untill he passed on, but it gives truth to the old saying that no one truley respects a persons talent till there dead and no one can duplicate the talent that the world took for granet.

11 months ago

What do you mean, Burton "downright made up?" If you watched this documentary, Burton's film touched upon more of what tales folks are telling about Ed Wood than I thought before seeing this. The only difference is that here, Bela's son has a huge chip on his shoulder regarding Ed Wood and his relationship with his father. Burton's film portrayed it more of a friendship, Bela's son considers it more of a horrible hindrance toward the end of his father's life.

about 1 year ago

It worked for J. Edgar Hoover.

about 1 year ago

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Nice story. Told in a calm setting about a man who liked his underwear pretty. He didn't care for boxers very much. He wasn't into guys, was married twice, directed movies, etc. He just had a thing for pretty underwear. Here is his story told by his friends and wives.

about 1 year ago

I've gotta get a rain check on... Fame!

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