The Screen Director
A documentary short film depicting the work of the motion picture director. An anonymous director is shown preparing the various aspects of a film for production, meeting with the writer and producer, approving wardrobe and set design, rehearsing scenes with the actors and camera crew, shooting the scenes, watching dailies, working with the editor and composer, and attending the first preview. Then a number of real directors are shown in archive footage (as well as a predominance of staged 'archive' footage) working with actors and crew.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: The Screen Director
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 1951-03-12
- Runtime: 9 minutes
- Rating: 6/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), Warner Bros. Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.0653
- Languages:
Cast & Crew
Richard L. Bare
as Stagehand on Telephone (uncredited)
Frank Capra
as Self (staged 'archive' footage) (uncredited)
Phyllis Coates
as Self (staged 'archive' footage) (uncredited)
John Huston
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Vivien Leigh
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Michael Curtiz
as Self (staged 'archive' footage) (uncredited)
Edward Biby
as Actor (uncredited)
Roy Del Ruth
as Self (uncredited)
Paul Douglas
as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
Bess Flowers
as Woman in Audience (uncredited)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Screen Director?▼
The Screen Director is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1951-03-12.
Who are the main actors in The Screen Director?▼
The main cast includes Richard L. Bare, Frank Capra, Phyllis Coates, John Huston, Vivien Leigh, .
Where can I watch The Screen Director online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Screen Director is available.
Is The Screen Director based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Screen Director?▼
The Screen Director has an IMDb rating of 6/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Screen Director?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Screen Director?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS), Warner Bros. Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Screen Director filmed?▼
The Screen Director was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Screen Director?▼
The total runtime of The Screen Director is 9 minutes.
Is The Screen Director suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Screen Director?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Screen Director.
Does The Screen Director have a post-credit scene?▼
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