Robert Downey, Sr. - On PUTNEY SWOPE and The Underground Film Revolution
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Uploaded by reelblack on Nov 25, 2011
From the Reelblack Vault comes this 2008 interview with independent film pioneer Robert Downey, Sr. He discusses his early work, hits and misses, with emphasis on the cult classic PUTNEY SWOPE (1968) which costarred Arnold Johnson and Antonio Fargas as the Arab. He offers suggestions to up-and-coming filmmakers and talks about the ups and downs of being an artist. A Reelblack Exclusive. Camera Mike D. and Robin Laverne wilson. Edit Mike D. Putney Swope is available on DVD from Homevison Entertainment. Greasers Palace Special Edition is available through Scorpion Releasing.
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I liked it. Thanks for posting.
OneRedKansan41 1 month ago
where can i get a copy of putney swope, man i loved that movie
poochiedog100 2 months ago
Dude was mad interesting! Good vid.
cocoapeach 3 months ago
Thanks reel black for the important history lesson and reminder to keep on my path!!
ebonywahine 3 months ago 2
Oh wow, look at Ronnie Dyson! I have Putney Swope in here somewhere but haven't watched it.
TruthSerum101 3 months ago