Robert Downey, Sr. - On PUTNEY SWOPE and The Underground Film Revolution

Posted: Nov 25, 2011
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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.

URL: http://www.celebritynetworth.com/watch/HZnVfKmuqk0/robert-downey-sr-on-putney/

Robert Downey Jr

Net Worth: $85 Million
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Entertainment, Robert, Downey, Sr., (A, Prince), Antonio, Fargas, Putney, Swope, Chafed, Elbows, Greasers, Palace, Reelblack, Mike, D., Robin, Laverne, Wilson, African-American, Film, Independent, Underground, Bleeker, Street, Cinema, Jonas, Mekas, Village, Voice, Satire, Sick, Humor, Comedy

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