
One of the great mavericks of cinema, John Cassavetes has earned a reputation as the godfather of American independent movies. The actor-turned-filmmaker invented a realist style of unadorned narrative films heavily influenced by documentaries. This in-depth analysis of Cassavetes' life and work features interviews with key collaborators and ensemble regulars, and explores the making of classics like "The Killing of a Chinese Bookie," "Opening Night" and "A Woman Under the Influence."

John Cassavetes
Self (archive footage)

Seymour Cassel
Self

Carol Kane
Self

Jon Voight
Self

Ben Gazzara
Self

Peter Falk
Self
Annette Insdorf
Self

Sean Penn
Self
Ray Carney
Self

Gena Rowlands
Self

Lelia Goldoni
Self

John Sayles
Self

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