The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film (1978)
An experimental short film that finds film critic Jonathan Rosenbaum playing himself, being interviewed about a film that doesn’t exist. Director Peter Bull proceeds to create the film that Rosenbaum describes. The alternating footage provides insight into these two different modes of representation.
Director: Peter Bull
Runtime: 45 min
Release Date: January 1, 1978
Cast
- Jonathan Rosenbaum - Himself
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film about?
- An experimental short film that finds film critic Jonathan Rosenbaum playing himself, being interviewed about a film that doesn’t exist. Director Peter Bull proceeds to create the film that Rosenbaum describes. The alternating footage provides insight into these two different modes of representation.
- Who directed The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film?
- The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film was directed by Peter Bull.
- Who stars in The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film?
- The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film stars Jonathan Rosenbaum.
- How long is The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film?
- The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film has a runtime of 45m (45 minutes).