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Vansploitation
Vansploitation is a term used for a genre of American independent films from the 1970s in which vans are a "key element to the plot", and that often feature comedic stories about college-age people. History The short-lived genre emerged in the United States in the early 1970s, exploiting the popularity of vans with young people, was very popular in the mid to late 1970s, and disappeared in the early 1980s. Vansploitation films were originally made mostly for young audiences. ''Blue Summer'' (1973) is credited as the first film of the genre which continued with films like '' The Van'' (1977) and '' Van Nuys Blvd.'' (1979), the latter having been called "the most technically competent Vansploitation film". Defining qualities of the genre Coffman argues that the mere appearance of a van in a film does not make it a vansploitation film. The van has to serve a special purpose in the story, which is summed up in the trailer of ''Van Nuys Blvd.'': "Freedom, fun and fine transportation ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Vansploitation Films
Vansploitation is a term used for a genre of American independent films from the 1970s in which vans are a "key element to the plot", and that often feature comedic stories about college-age people. History The short-lived genre emerged in the United States in the early 1970s, exploiting the popularity of vans with young people, was very popular in the mid to late 1970s, and disappeared in the early 1980s. Vansploitation films were originally made mostly for young audiences. ''Blue Summer'' (1973) is credited as the first film of the genre which continued with films like '' The Van'' (1977) and '' Van Nuys Blvd.'' (1979), the latter having been called "the most technically competent Vansploitation film". Defining qualities of the genre Coffman argues that the mere appearance of a van in a film does not make it a vansploitation film. The van has to serve a special purpose in the story, which is summed up in the trailer of ''Van Nuys Blvd.'': "Freedom, fun and fine transportation". ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Supervan (film)
''Supervan'' is a 1977 American vansploitation film directed by Lamar Card. It features a very heavily modified van central to the storyline. It is an action adventure comedy road movie and is rated PG. Plot Clint Morgan (Mark Schneider) goes to The Invitational Freak-Out for custom van enthusiasts intending to enter his van, The Sea Witch, in a contest. In saving a runaway, Karen (Kate Saylor), from rapist bikers, Clint loses his van. He goes to his friend Bosley (Tom Kindle), a rebel designer, who lets Clint and Karen enter his solar-powered laser-firing custom van, Vandora, in place of The Sea Witch. Cast * Mark Schneider as Clint Morgan * Katie Saylor as Karen Trenton * Morgan Woodward as T.B. Trenton * Len Lesser as Banks * Skip Riley as Vince * Bruce Kimball as Sarge * Tom Kindle as Boseley * George Barris as King of the Customizers * Charles Bukowski as Wet T-shirt Contest Water Boy The van The titular "Supervan" was customized by George Barris, based on a stock ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sammy Johns
Sammy Reginald Johns (February 7, 1946 – January 4, 2013) was an American singer and songwriter, best known for his million-selling 1975 hit single, "Chevy Van (song), Chevy Van". Career Johns was born in Charlotte, North Carolina. Johns' father gave him a guitar when he was nine, and he founded his first band (the Devilles) in his teenage years. The group performed locally and made a few gramophone record, records for Dixie Records. Johns moved to Atlanta, where he signed with General Recording in 1973. His first solo recording was "Early Morning Love" (1973). "Chevy Van (song), Chevy Van" (1975) reached No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, ''Billboard'' Hot 100 record chart, chart and remained in the chart for 17 weeks. It was awarded a music recording sales certification, gold disc by the Recording Industry Association of America, R.I.A.A. on May 4, 1975. The titular song had been recorded in 1973, but was initially shelved and only released after 18 months with the al ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Van (1977 Film)
''The Van'' is a 1977 American low-budget teen comedy film directed by Sam Grossman and starring Stuart Getz, Deborah White, Danny DeVito, Harry Moses, Marcie Barkin, Bill Adler, Stephen Oliver, and Connie Lisa Marie. Primarily released to drive-in theaters in 1977, the film was released at the height of the vansploitation genre. It was followed by the 1978 film ''Malibu Beach'', in which Stephen Oliver reprised his role as bully Dugan Hicks. Plot The day he graduates high school, Bobby takes ownership of a tricked-out van that's like a bachelor pad on wheels. He's disappointed, however, to see that his best friend—who has better luck with the ladies—makes more use out of it than he does. He soon meets a shy girl and falls for her, but before he can win her heart, he has to win a drag race against a local bully. Production Production on ''The Van'' began on November 8, 1976, with locations in Moorpark, Whittier, Stanton, and Malibu, California. Legendary car customizer ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Film Genres Particular To The United States
A film also called a movie, motion picture, moving picture, picture, photoplay or (slang) flick is a work of visual art that simulates experiences and otherwise communicates ideas, stories, perceptions, feelings, beauty, or atmosphere through the use of moving images. These images are generally accompanied by sound and, more rarely, other sensory stimulations. The word "cinema", short for cinematography, is often used to refer to filmmaking and the film industry, and to the art form that is the result of it. Recording and transmission of film The moving images of a film are created by photographing actual scenes with a motion-picture camera, by photographing drawings or miniature models using traditional animation techniques, by means of CGI and computer animation, or by a combination of some or all of these techniques, and other visual effects. Before the introduction of digital production, series of still images were recorded on a strip of chemically sensitized ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Film Genres
A film genre is a stylistic or thematic category for motion pictures based on similarities either in the narrative elements, aesthetic approach, or the emotional response to the film. Drawing heavily from the theories of literary-genre criticism, film genres are usually delineated by "conventions, iconography, settings, narratives, characters and actors." One can also classify films by the tone, theme/topic, mood, format, target audience, or budget. Hayward, Susan. "Genre/Sub-genre" in ''Cinema Studies: The Key Concepts'' (Third Edition). Routledge, 2006. p. 185-192 These characteristics are most evident in genre films, which are "commercial feature films hat through repetition and variation, tell familiar stories with familiar characters and familiar situations" in a given genre. Grant, Barry Keith. ''Film Genre: From Iconography to Ideology''. Wallflower Press, 2007. p. 1 A film's genre will influence the use of filmmaking styles and techniques, such as the use of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Exploitation Films
An exploitation film is a film that tries to succeed financially by exploiting current trends, niche genres, or lurid content. Exploitation films are generally low-quality "B movies", though some set trends, attract critical attention, become historically important, and even gain a cult following. History Exploitation films may feature suggestive or explicit sex, sensational violence, drug use, nudity, gore, destruction, rebellion, mayhem, and the bizarre. Such films were first seen in their modern form in the early 1920s, but they were popularized in the 60s and 70s with the general relaxing of censorship and cinematic taboos in the U.S. and Europe. An early example, the 1933 film Ecstasy, included nude scenes featuring the Austrian actress Hedy Lamarr. The film proved popular at the box office but caused concern for the American cinema trade association, the MPPDA. Hildegard Esper and Dwain Esper are husband and wife film directors and producers who made some of the most ex ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
William Sachs
William Sachs is an American film director/producer and writer. Besides his work as a writer and director, since working on ''Joe'', Sachs has been particularly noted for successfully doctoring others' films prior to release in order to conform them to the producers' wishes for broader commercial appeal. His films have screened and received more than 25 awards at various festivals. Life and career Originally, Sachs studied business and accounting, but disliked it. After enlisting in the United States Air Force and serving in England, he went to college again, majoring in sociology. After talking a film course, he found his passion and decided to study film at London Film School where he directed three short films that won awards during his studies. In addition, he studied acting with Michael Gough in London, and with various teachers in the US. Following his studies, he started working in the US, first re-working films deemed problematic by producers, including ''Joe'', for whic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lamar Card
Lamar Card is an American film producer, film director and assistant film director. He is the CEO of the production company "Card International Motion Picture Corporation". Filmography (excerpt) * ''Flamingo Dreams'' (2000, director) * ''Shadow Warriors'' (1995, director) * '' Project Metalbeast'' (1995, executive producer) * '' Resort to Kill'' (1994, executive producer) * ''The JFK Assassination: The Jim Garrison Tapes'' (1992, co-executive producer) * ''Blood of Others'' (1984, executive producer) * ''Heart Like a Wheel'' (1983, executive producer) * '' Savage Harvest'' (1981, co-producer) * '' Disco Fever'' (1978, director, producer) * '' Supervan'' (1977, director) * ''Nashville Girl'' (1976, associate producer) * ''The Swinging Barmaids ''The Swinging Barmaids'' is a 1975 American exploitation film about a serial killer who targets cocktail waitresses. The film was directed by Gus Trikonis, and stars Bruce Watson, Laura Hippe, William Smith, and Dyanne Thorne. Plot A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sam Grossman
Sam Grossman was an American film director and writer, mainly known for '' The Van'', and for directing various music documentaries in the 1980s. Additionally, he wrote several stage plays and worked "extensively" in television. He died of cancer at his home in West Los Angeles on February 22, 1999. References External linksVariety: Article about Grossman's life (1999)* American film directors English-language film directors 1945 births 1999 deaths Deaths from cancer in California AFI Conservatory alumni {{US-film-director-1940s-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Independent Film
An independent film, independent movie, indie film, or indie movie is a feature film or short film that is produced outside the major film studio system, in addition to being produced and distributed by independent entertainment companies (or, in some cases, distributed by major companies). Independent films are sometimes distinguishable by their content and style and the way in which the filmmakers' personal artistic vision is realized. Usually, but not always, independent films are made with considerably lower budgets than major studio films. It is not unusual for well-known actors who are cast in independent features to take substantial pay cuts for a variety of reasons: if they truly believe in the message of the film; they feel indebted to filmmaker for a career break; their career is otherwise stalled or they feel unable to manage a larger commitment to a studio film; the film offers an opportunity to showcase a talent that hasn't gained traction in the studio system; or ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Stu Segall
Stu Segall is a Boston area-born TV and movie producer and director who is the founder of Stu Segall Productions, a San Diego-based TV production studio. Segall began his career in 1970, directing sexploitation movies and hard-core pornography, including the famous '' Insatiable'', starring Marilyn Chambers. Eventually, he got work in television. In 1984, Stephen J. Cannell tapped him to produce the TV series ''Hunter''. He opened his San Diego TV studio to film the TV show ''Silk Stalkings'' in 1991. In addition to TV production, his studio also offers hyper-realistic training for military personnel. The company this training is conducted under is Strategic Operations. The term "Golden Age of Porn", or "porno chic", refers to a 15-year period (1969–1984) in commercial American porno ... References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Segall, Stu American television directors Television producers from Illinois American television writers Film producers from Illinois ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
