Review of The Typewriter, the Rifle & the Movie Camera (1996) by Dustin G — 12 Aug 2009

This is a fantastic look at the life and career of Samuel Fuller.

Some big names from the movie business discuss what his films mean to them and why and interviews with the man himself hosted by Tim Robbins.

Fuller has a lot to say about himself, his experiences and his movies and it's always fascinating to listen to. Even as the man is near the end of his life in this doc (he died only a few months later), his memory is sharp, his mind is focused, and he is always entertaining. Only about an hour long, but still quite comprehensive. I haven't seen any of Fuller's films, but I am on a quest to hunt down every one of them one way or another after seeing this.