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The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film

The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film

Jan 01, 1978 · 45m

Director

Peter Bull

Overview

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.

Cast of The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film

Crew of The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film

About The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film

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.

When was The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film released?

The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film was released on January 1, 1978.

How long is The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film?

The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film runs 45 minutes.

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 is in the cast of The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film?

The cast of The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film includes Jonathan Rosenbaum (Himself).