Screenings: March 2, 4:30pm (Cam 12); March 4, 9pm (Cam 12); March 7, 4:30pm (Rep)
Mardik Martin wrote or co-wrote some of the seminal films of the 70s and (early) 80s: “Mean Streets” was one of his early screenplays, and “Raging Bull” was his last. Since then he has taught other screenwriters his craft. With “Mardik: From Baghdad to Hollywood,” Martin’s story is brought to the viewing public, from his early days in Baghdad (chronicled with photographs, interviews, and lively cartoons), through his time in school, to his career in Hollywood, and beyond to his teaching. There are extensive interviews with Martin, but also with his students, friends, and collaborators (including long-time collaborator Martin Scorcese). This film is a must-see for anyone interested in screen writing, Hollywood, or recent film history.
Official Site: http://mardikmartin.blogspot.com/