03 Jun 2008
The Masterpiece That Almost Wasn't
On the 35th anniversary of the release of the landmark film "The Godfather," (March 15, 1972) we look back at the time and place of the film's conception and shooting.
A True Character
M. Emmet Walsh discusses his memories of making Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat and his career in film.
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