Movie «The Disaster Artist» (2017)

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    The Disaster Artist (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

    James Franco, Dave Porter

    • 1 James FrancoThis My Movie and This My Life (Dialogue) 0:11
    • 2 Dave PorterThe Disaster Artist 2:28
    • 3 James FrancoWelcome To My Planet, Greg (Dialogue) 0:04
    • 4 Dave PorterMeet Tommy 1:38
    • 5 Dave PorterI Love Football 0:53
    • 6 Dave PorterTommy's Pad 1:49
    • 7 Dave PorterGoing To the Dean 0:44
    • 8 Dave PorterPinky Finger Swear 0:38
    • 9 James FrancoAll the Pretty Boys (Dialogue) 0:10
    • 10 Dave PorterLeaving Mom's 1:09
    • 11 Dave PorterIris Burton Agency 0:57
    • 12 James FrancoThe Rules To the Class Are Simple.........Any Questions Before We Start? (Dialogue) 0:20
    • 13 Dave PorterAuditions 1:19
    • 14 Dave PorterActing Class 1:22
    • 15 Dave PorterOne In a Million 1:48
    • 16 James FrancoWe Make Movie. The Room! (Dialogue) 0:04
    • 17 Dave PorterRooftop Revelation 2:19
    • 18 Dave PorterThe Script 0:53
    • 19 Dave PorterFirst Day Speech 1:03
    • 20 James FrancoI Did Not Hit Her. I Did Not. Oh Hi Mark. (Dialogue) 0:09
    • 21 Dave PorterI Did Not Hit Her 1:53
    • 22 Dave PorterC**k Sock 3:55
    • 23 Dave Porter3,2,1 Bang 1:15
    • 24 Dave PorterShave Your Beard 1:10
    • 25 James FrancoYou Are Tearing Me Apart, Lisa! (Dialogue) 0:04

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    « Based on the true story of one movie so bad it became infamous.»
    Country
    Runtime 1 hr 44 min
    Budget $10 000 000
    Premiere: World $29 820 616 November 7, 2017
    USA $21 120 616
    Other countries $8 700 000
    Box Office – Budget $19 820 616
    Premiere: USA $21 120 616 March 12, 2017
    first day $501 766
    theaters 1010
    rollout 396 days
    Digital: World February 20, 2018
    Parental Advisory
    • Profanity

      plenty

    • Sex & Nudity

      average

    • Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

      few

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    About the film The Disaster Artist

    When aspiring actor Greg Sestero meets the weird and mysterious Tommy Wiseau in an acting class, they form a unique friendship and travel to Hollywood to make their dreams come true.

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    The Book Behind the Film "The Disaster Artist"

    About the Book

    The Disaster Artist: My Life Inside The Room, the Greatest Bad Movie Ever Made is a non-fiction book written by Greg Sestero and Tom Bissell. The book was published in 2013 and provides a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the cult film The Room, which is often referred to as one of the worst movies ever made.

    Authors

      • Greg Sestero: An actor and writer, Sestero is best known for his role as Mark in The Room. His experiences working on the film and his friendship with its enigmatic creator, Tommy Wiseau, form the core of the book.

      • Tom Bissell: A journalist and author, Bissell has contributed to the book by providing a broader context and helping to shape the narrative of Sestero's experiences.

    Book's Content

    The book delves into the bizarre production of The Room, exploring the eccentricities of its creator, Tommy Wiseau, and the challenges faced by the cast and crew. It also provides insights into Sestero's personal journey, his aspirations as an actor, and his complex relationship with Wiseau.

    Film Adaptation

    The film adaptation of The Disaster Artist stays largely true to the book, capturing the essence of Sestero's experiences and the peculiar nature of the film's production. The screenplay, written by Michael H. Weber and Scott Neustadter, effectively translates the humor and pathos of the book to the screen.

    The Real Story Behind "The Disaster Artist"

    Background

    The film "The Disaster Artist" is based on the real-life events surrounding the making of the 2003 cult film "The Room," which is often referred to as one of the worst movies ever made. The story primarily revolves around the friendship and collaboration between Greg Sestero and Tommy Wiseau, the enigmatic creator of "The Room."

    The Real Story

    Tommy Wiseau

    Tommy Wiseau is a mysterious figure with an unclear background. He financed, wrote, directed, and starred in "The Room." Despite the film's initial failure, it gained a cult following due to its unintentional humor, bizarre storytelling, and Wiseau's unique performance.

    Greg Sestero

    Greg Sestero was an aspiring actor who met Wiseau in an acting class in San Francisco. The two formed an unlikely friendship, and Sestero was eventually cast in "The Room" as Mark, one of the lead characters. Sestero's experiences during the making of the film were later chronicled in his memoir, "The Disaster Artist," co-written with Tom Bissell.

    Accuracy of the Film

    The film adaptation of "The Disaster Artist" stays relatively true to the events described in Sestero's memoir. It captures the chaotic and often surreal experience of making "The Room," highlighting Wiseau's eccentricities and the challenges faced by the cast and crew. The film also delves into the friendship between Sestero and Wiseau, exploring themes of ambition, creativity, and the pursuit of dreams against all odds.

    Key Differences

      • Artistic License: While the film is largely faithful to the memoir, some scenes and interactions are dramatized for comedic or narrative effect.

      • Character Portrayals: The film focuses more on the dynamic between Sestero and Wiseau, sometimes simplifying or omitting other characters and events from the real story.

    Overall, "The Disaster Artist" provides an entertaining and insightful look into the making of "The Room," while remaining respectful to the real-life experiences of Greg Sestero and Tommy Wiseau.

    Production

    In February 2014, Seth Rogen's production company Point Grey Pictures announced it had acquired the book and film rights to The Disaster Artist. James Franco was set to direct and play Wiseau, and his brother Dave Franco was cast as Sestero. James Franco stated The Disaster Artist was "a combination of Boogie Nights and The Master". According to Franco, Wiseau initially had hoped Johnny Depp would play him. In April 2016, the title was reported to have changed from The Disaster Artist to The Masterpiece, though The Disaster Artist was confirmed as the official title when the film's SXSW premiere was announced.

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    By the end of The Disaster Artist, Wiseau is still a joke.

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    Although the story is weirdly engaging in its own right, the best parts are the prologue and epilogue.

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    Watched

    If the ending were not a fabrication, smoothing of corners and fan service, it would be completely good. 8.5

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    I’m not a fan of «The Room» (I’ve only seen some excerpts), so Franco wasn’t that into the film either. Funny, high quality, but without enthusiasm. And to the main questions «Where does the money come from?» how old are you?» The creators never responded!

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    Watched

    A great biopic. The fact that all the events of the film are based on real events is amazing! This is a truly great story about The Room phenomenon.

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    Watched

    Very cool! I looked at the original film completely differently. I love watching films about films, it has a special charm. To get maximum viewing pleasure, I advise you to read the original source, no matter how boring it may be at first glance. But it’s a classic (already)

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    Well, who else would have thought of filming utter mediocrity and stupidity? And even so that it turns out to be better than the original itself? James Franco – you are the most original actor and director in Hollywood. «N» – «Non-standard» is his name!

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    Franco has been churning out trash for so many years that she didn’t even expect anything worthwhile from it. But the image of the same unfortunate creator fit perfectly. I didn’t want to see The Room, but it was interesting to watch.

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    The absurd story of making the worst movie in the world turns out to be surprisingly tactful and kind to Tommy Wiseau.

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    I expected to see harsh banter about Tommy Wiseau and his film , but in the end I watched a completely soulful dramedy. But this doesn’t mean that they didn’t have fun with Tommy – the humor is fine here too. I recommend watching with subtitles to appreciate Franco’s performance and enjoy the film to the fullest.

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