Directed by Alan Smithee(2002)
Directed by Alan Smithee Synopsis
This documentary on the elusive director Alan Smithee was first shown on the American Movie Classics (AMC) cable channel. We learn where the name came from and why the Directors Guild of America (DGA) first allowed his name to be used on Richard Widmark's western Death of a Gunfighter. The film follows the numerous problems that director Tony Kaye had during the production and post-production of the film American History X and why the DGA refused to allow Alan Smithee to be credited for that film.
Directed by Alan Smithee (2002) is a documentary film directed by Lesli Klainberg, released on February 5, 2002 with a runtime of 50m. It stars Dan Bucatinsky. Viewers rate it 6.2 out of 10 across 10 ratings.
- Director:
- Lesli Klainberg
- Producers:
- Lesli Klainberg, Maia Harris
- Composer:
- Douglas J. Cuomo
- Production:
- Winstar Productions, Orchard Films
- Status:
- Released
Directed by Alan Smithee Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Lesli Klainberg, produced by Lesli Klainberg and Maia Harris.
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Directed by Alan Smithee Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.2/10 from 10 ratings.
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Directed by Alan Smithee was released on February 5, 2002 and runs for 50m.
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Directed by Alan Smithee (2002) holds an average rating of 6.2 out of 10 from 10 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.