Backyard Blockbusters
Adventures in Fan Filmmaking
6.5
3 votes
2012
1h 35m
Documentary
Overview
For years, people have been making home movies, many times using pop culture properties that they may not own, but love. In recent years, these types of projects have come to be known as "fanfilms". Backyard Blockbusters looks at the history and influence of the fanfilm genre, as well as the copyright and fair use problems these films create, featuring highlights from and interviews with the creators of many popular films.
Directed by John E. Hudgens
Top cast
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James Cawley
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Sandy Collora
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Timothy Zahn
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Chris Albrecht
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Robbins Barstow
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Clark Bartram
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Robert E. Bean
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Don Bies
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Hank Braxtan
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Dana Brunetti
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Will Carlough
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Teague Chrystie
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Dawn Cowings
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Keith R.A. DeCandido
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Paul Dini
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Daren Dochterman
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Michael C. Dougherty
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Amy Earhart
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Matthew Ewald
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Shane Felux
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Status
Released
Release date
August 31, 2012
Budget
—
Revenue
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Language
English
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