Saturday Matinee: A Spotlight on Filmmaking - "Why Some Films Fail"

How is it that some feature films can fail?

Bad premise, inept direction, studio interference or lack of promotion?

Take a look at some projects that range from unknown, independently financed features to mega studios’ potential blockbusters – all of which got in trouble, and most became forgotten. We'll explore these five films:

• “Howard the Duck” with Lea Thompson
• “The Mean Season” with Kurt Russell
• “Roar” with Tippi Hedren
• “Throw Momma From the Train” with Danny DeVito
• “The Vagrant” with Bill Paxton

“Why Some Films Fail”

Presented by: Jay Ignaszewski

Saturday, June 21, 2025

3 – 5 PM

Five Points Arts Center

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