The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film
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.
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The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 1978
Runtime
0h 45m
Original Title
The Two-Backed Beast, or The Critic Makes the Film
Director
Peter Bull
Description
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.
