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TSC Interviews "Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips" filmmaker John Makens! For more info: artandlifemovie.com
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About This TSC Gaming Ent Interview: TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews filmmaker John Makens about his long-awaited "Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips", chronicling the iconic skateboard and surfboard artist and his legacy.
John Makens Interview Time Stamps:
00:00 Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips trailer
01:18 Director John Makens on his hero Jim Phillips, telling his story
02:23 Meeting Artist Jim Phillips
03:09 John Makens on skateboarding, art, filmmaking
05:03 John Makens on Art and Life Movie taking 12 years to make
07:02 How indie Film distribution has changed in 2020s
08:32 Why now is the right time to tell Jim Phillips's story
09:43 John Makens on what he learned about Jim Phillips, filmmaking
11:40 Why should people watch Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips?
Filmmaker John Makens: Growing up in the 80's I was constantly surrounded by the art of Jim Phillips…. From my very first skateboard, to my old skate-magazine collection.. Jim’s art was not just illustrations to me... They are memories... They are emotions... And they are inspirations. It's not too often you get to meet your heroes and It’s not often your hero turns out to be such a legendary human. In 2011 we decided to make a documentary together. We packed up a VW bus… headed to Santa Cruz and we car-camped in Jim's driveway for 3 weeks while we made a movie. Jim and Dolly opened their doors to us and treated us like family.Creating a documentary about Jim’s life was not an easy task. The challenge was taking 60 hours of footage and cutting it down into a 90 minute movie. Not to mention the massive volume of amazing artwork Jim spent his entire life creating. It took 12 years to complete this project. 12 years of capturing, editing, and paying homage to the Life's work of a man who's had such a profound influence on us. My deepest gratitude goes out to Jim and Dolly for their generosity and trust in me. I am greatly honored to have this opportunity to share Jim’s story.
"Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips" Synopsis: A pioneer of graphic art, Jim Phillips, known for his bold and eye popping imagery, has left an unforgettable mark on the world of rock posters, surf, and skateboard art. Drawing inspiration from his life in Santa Cruz, California, Jim's journey from publishing his first artwork in 1962 to becoming the art director for Santa Cruz Skateboards, shaped the golden era of skateboarding. Beneath the thriving success, however, lay the weight of high demands and built up tensions, leading to the closure of Phillips Studios. A resilient spirit, Jim bounces back by freelancing and reviving his rock poster art career, crafting cherished collectible posters for renowned musicians. This documentary explores Jim's dynamic life and career, showcasing his iconic work that has not only defined an era but has also secured his place in modern art history. Reflecting on a life lived with dedication and joy, Jim's story is a profound narrative of resilience, passion, and enduring artistic vision.
About Monkey Wrench Films: Denver & LA-based, with distribution partners in more than a dozen countries, Monkey Wrench Films is making literal and metaphorical waves in the indie film world with multiple award-winning acquisitions and a plethora of feature films in recent distribution.
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TSC Interviews "Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips" filmmaker John Makens! For more info: artandlifemovie.com
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As seen on Manhattan Neighborhood Network TV - MNN Lifestyle Channel. Verizon FiOS 34, RCN 83, Spectrum 56 / 1996. For more info: mnn.org
About This TSC Gaming Ent Interview: TSC News TV host Fred Richani interviews filmmaker John Makens about his long-awaited "Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips", chronicling the iconic skateboard and surfboard artist and his legacy.
John Makens Interview Time Stamps:
00:00 Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips trailer
01:18 Director John Makens on his hero Jim Phillips, telling his story
02:23 Meeting Artist Jim Phillips
03:09 John Makens on skateboarding, art, filmmaking
05:03 John Makens on Art and Life Movie taking 12 years to make
07:02 How indie Film distribution has changed in 2020s
08:32 Why now is the right time to tell Jim Phillips's story
09:43 John Makens on what he learned about Jim Phillips, filmmaking
11:40 Why should people watch Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips?
Filmmaker John Makens: Growing up in the 80's I was constantly surrounded by the art of Jim Phillips…. From my very first skateboard, to my old skate-magazine collection.. Jim’s art was not just illustrations to me... They are memories... They are emotions... And they are inspirations. It's not too often you get to meet your heroes and It’s not often your hero turns out to be such a legendary human. In 2011 we decided to make a documentary together. We packed up a VW bus… headed to Santa Cruz and we car-camped in Jim's driveway for 3 weeks while we made a movie. Jim and Dolly opened their doors to us and treated us like family.Creating a documentary about Jim’s life was not an easy task. The challenge was taking 60 hours of footage and cutting it down into a 90 minute movie. Not to mention the massive volume of amazing artwork Jim spent his entire life creating. It took 12 years to complete this project. 12 years of capturing, editing, and paying homage to the Life's work of a man who's had such a profound influence on us. My deepest gratitude goes out to Jim and Dolly for their generosity and trust in me. I am greatly honored to have this opportunity to share Jim’s story.
"Art And Life: The Story of Jim Phillips" Synopsis: A pioneer of graphic art, Jim Phillips, known for his bold and eye popping imagery, has left an unforgettable mark on the world of rock posters, surf, and skateboard art. Drawing inspiration from his life in Santa Cruz, California, Jim's journey from publishing his first artwork in 1962 to becoming the art director for Santa Cruz Skateboards, shaped the golden era of skateboarding. Beneath the thriving success, however, lay the weight of high demands and built up tensions, leading to the closure of Phillips Studios. A resilient spirit, Jim bounces back by freelancing and reviving his rock poster art career, crafting cherished collectible posters for renowned musicians. This documentary explores Jim's dynamic life and career, showcasing his iconic work that has not only defined an era but has also secured his place in modern art history. Reflecting on a life lived with dedication and joy, Jim's story is a profound narrative of resilience, passion, and enduring artistic vision.
About Monkey Wrench Films: Denver & LA-based, with distribution partners in more than a dozen countries, Monkey Wrench Films is making literal and metaphorical waves in the indie film world with multiple award-winning acquisitions and a plethora of feature films in recent distribution.
Full Disclosure: This post includes affiliate links, which provide us a small commission in order to support the TSC Gaming YouTube channel, allowing us to continue to create content for all of you. Thanks so much for your support!
Disclaimer: We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
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