This documentary provides a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of 'Mad Dog Morgan', serving as a valuable historical record. The presence of Dennis Hopper and David Gulpilil is notable, offering glimpses into their involvement. The direction, while aiming…
To Shoot a Mad Dog
A documentary about the making of the Australian feature Mad Dog Morgan (1976).
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An unexpectedly engrossing deep dive into the heart of Australian filmmaking. 'To Shoot a Mad Dog' transcends a simple making-of featurette, offering a raw, almost ethnographic study of 'Mad Dog Morgan's' production. The direction captures the volatile energy…
As a retrospective on the making of 'Mad Dog Morgan', 'To Shoot a Mad Dog' offers a functional but not always engaging chronicle. The documentary’s strength lies in its subject matter: the raw materials of filmmaking, featuring key…
This is an essential watch for cinephiles and aspiring filmmakers. 'To Shoot a Mad Dog' is a compelling documentary that dissects the creation of 'Mad Dog Morgan' with unflinching honesty. The performances captured are those of creators under…
A fascinating, if somewhat niche, documentary. 'To Shoot a Mad Dog' serves as a candid look at the arduous process of bringing 'Mad Dog Morgan' to the screen. While the direction is functional, focusing on capturing the realities…
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The unique appeal of 'To Shoot a Mad Dog' lies in its meta-cinematic nature. It’s not merely a film but a document of creation, exploring the often-unseen labour and artistic decisions involved in bringing a feature film to life. By focusing on the production of 'Mad Dog Morgan', it offers a rare, behind-the-scenes perspective that enriches our understanding of the filmmaking process itself, providing a different kind of cinematic engagement.