Plot — What is Directed by Alan Smithee about?
This documentary on the elusive director Alan Smithee was first shown on the American Movie Classics (AMC) cable channel. We learn where the name came from and why the Directors Guild of America (DGA) first allowed his name to be used on Richard Widmark's western Death of a Gunfighter. The film follows the numerous problems that director Tony Kaye had during the production and post-production of the film American History X and why the DGA refused to allow Alan Smithee to be credited for that film.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 50 min |
| Audience Score | 62% (6.2/10, 10 votes) |
Directed by Alan Smithee — FAQ
Is Directed by Alan Smithee worth watching? Directed by Alan Smithee holds a 6.2/10 rating from 10 viewers. This documentary on the elusive director Alan Smithee was first shown on the American Movie Classics (AMC) cable channel. We learn where the name came from and why the Directors Guild of America (DGA) first allowed his n
Who directed Directed by Alan Smithee? Directed by Lesli Klainberg.
Who is in the cast of Directed by Alan Smithee? It stars Dan Bucatinsky.
Where can I stream Directed by Alan Smithee? Streaming availability for Directed by Alan Smithee is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Directed by Alan Smithee release? It released in 2002.
