Fishing with John is a comedy TV show that follows actor and musician John Lurie as he goes on fishing expeditions with celebrity guests. The show is known for its unique and unconventional approach to fishing, often focusing more on the comedic interactions between Lurie and his guests rather than the fishing itself. With exotic locales, celebrity antics, and plenty of laughs, Fishing with John is a must-watch for fans of offbeat humor and fishing enthusiasts alike.
Down by Law is a quirky comedy set in Louisiana, where three strangers find themselves thrown together in a prison cell. They team up to plan an escape and navigate the Louisiana bayou to freedom.
Painting With John (2021) is a meditative TV show that combines elements of comedy, documentary, and reality TV. The show features renowned artist John Lurie as he shares his creative process and philosophical musings while painting and reflecting on life.
A mischievous young boy named Ciro has a knack for playing pranks on everyone around him. His life takes an unexpected turn when he accidentally summons a mischievous little devil. Together, they cause havoc in the small town of Rome, Italy, leading to hilarious and chaotic situations. As Ciro learns valuable lessons about friendship and mischief, he also discovers the true meaning of love and finds himself entangled in a complicated male-female relationship. With the help of the devil and some unexpected allies, Ciro must find a way to rectify the chaos he has caused before it's too late.
Stranger Than Paradise follows a young man's life as he navigates through loneliness, cultural differences, and the pursuit of the American Dream. Set against the backdrop of snowy landscapes, the film takes a minimalist approach in its storytelling, exploring themes of friendship, identity, and the search for meaning.
New Rose Hotel is a cyberpunk film set in the future, where a genius corporate spy and a seductive woman plan to lure a scientist away from a powerful corporation by offering him the woman of his dreams. However, their plan takes a dangerous turn as they get entangled in a web of betrayal and murder.
Permanent Vacation follows a young man who wanders aimlessly around New York City, visiting movie theaters, psychiatric hospitals, and abandoned buildings. He encounters various people and experiences, including stolen cars, saxophonists, and mentally ill patients. The film explores themes of urban living, mental illness, and the search for meaning.
Face Addict is a documentary that delves into the fascinating life and artistic journey of a renowned New York artist. This revealing film captures the essence of the bohemian lifestyle and the unique artistic movement of the New Wave in New York City.
Behind the scenes of 'The Last Temptation of the Christ'
Stranger Than Paradise is a deadpan comedy about human nature. It follows a Hungarian immigrant, his cousin, and their friend as they engage in a series of misadventures in New York and Cleveland. The film explores themes of boredom, friendship, and the absurdity of life.
From 1978 to 1982, Glenn O'Brien hosted a New York city public access cable TV show called TV Party. Co-hosted by Chris Stein, from Blondie, and directed by filmmaker Amos Poe, the hour long show took television where it had never gone before: to the edge of civility and "sub-realism" as Glenn would put it. Walter Steding and his TV Party "Orchestra" provided a musical accompaniment to the madness at hand, and many artists and musicians, from The Clash, Nile Rodgers, Jean-Michel Basquiat, David Bryne and Arto Lindsey were regular guests. It was the cocktail party that could be a political party. With 80 hours of disintegrating 3/4 inch videotape as a starting point, we tracked down the trend setting participants still living today and found out what they remember of the period and how the show influenced their lives. This, combined with clips from the orginal show, became the documentary "TV Party.
Six million dollars suddenly goes up for grabs when an aged diner's heart fails after he discovers that he has won the lottery. Which of the remaining late-night dining regulars will get the cash? How many will have to die to get the answer?
A psychotic saxophone player lures victims to deserted spots with his music and then guns them down.
A short behind-the-scenes documentary shot and edited on Super 8 by filmmaker Tom Jarmusch, director Jim Jarmusch’s brother, during the filming of STRANGER THAN PARADISE.
Second feature film by the French-born director is a Bertolucci-style story of a bored, rich woman looking for romance and adventure. She meets an American G.I., dumps him, then falls for a Communist worker.
At loose ends drifter stumbles upon a struggling painter as he searches for answers under the stars and rooftops of New York.
5 Sides of a Coin is a documentary film that delves into the various aspects of hip-hop music and its impact on society. Through interviews, footage, and music, the film explores the social commentary, cultural significance, and artistic elements of hip-hop. It highlights the voices of influential artists, the history of the genre, and the social issues addressed in hip-hop lyrics. From run-DMC to contemporary rappers, the film showcases the evolution of hip-hop and its role as a platform for social change.
A short film narrated by John Lurie comprised of still images La Jetee-style about the middle-aged rediscovering punk rock.
A “sci-fi povera” film shot on Super 8, Men in Orbit features musician Lurie and Eric Mitchell as chain-smoking astronauts in a decrepit New York living room that has been transformed into a spacecraft.
the connections and energy flow between the various artists populating the 1980s sub-cultures of New York and Berlin. Features Jim Jarmusch, Lydia Lunch, Blixa Bargeld, Alex Hacke, Gudrun Gut, Nick Cave, and others. An important film. Bravo, Mr. Dreher.