Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession

Synopsis

A documentary of one of the first pay cable stations in America, which gained a cult following for showing only the very best films, often in previously unseen, uncut form. This documentary features interviews with the likes of Robert Altman, Jacqueline Bisset, Jim Jarmusch, Quentin Tarantino, James Woods and Paul Verhoeven who reflect on Z Channel and its impact.

DVD extras include: Limited Edition 24 Page Commemorative Reproduction Of An Original Z Channel Magazine.

Language

English

Country

United States

Year of release

2007

Year of production

2004

Subjects

Film studies; Media studies

Keywords

cable and satellite television services; feature films; television broadcasting

Credits

Contributor

James Woods; Paul Verhoeven; Quentin Tarantino; Robert Altman

Distribution Formats

Type

DVD

Format

Region 2 PAL

Price

£19.99

Availability

Sale

Duration/Size

120 minutes

Year

2007

Distributor

Name

Metrodome Distribution

Notes

Specialist distributor of quality, independent films, both theatrically and subsequently on DVD. DVD releases include new films, classic cinema, documentaries, animation, stage adaptations, television programming and historical drama. NB. Metrodome Distribution went into administration in 2016