Matt Groening
Biography: Matthew Abram "Matt" Groening (born February 15, 1954) is an American cartoonist, screenwriter, and producer. He is the creator of the comic strip Life in Hell as well as two successful television series, The Simpsons and Futurama. Groening made his first professional cartoon sale of Life in Hell to the avant-garde Wet magazine in 1978. The cartoon is still carried in 250 weekly newspapers. Life in Hell caught the attention of James L. Brooks. In 1985, Brooks contacted Groening with the proposition of working in animation for the Fox variety show The Tracey Ullman Show. Originally, Brooks wanted Groening to adapt his Life in Hell characters for the show. Fearing the loss of ownership rights, Groening decided to create something new and came up with a cartoon family, The Simpsons, and named the members after his own parents and sisters — while Bart was an anagram of the word brat. The shorts would be spun off into their own series: The Simpsons, which has since aired over 480 episodes. In 1997, Groening, along with former Simpsons writer David X. Cohen, developed Futurama, an animated series about life in the year 3000, which premiered in 1999. After four years on the air, the show was canceled by Fox in 2003, but Comedy Central commissioned 16 new episodes from four direct-to-DVD movies in 2008. Then, in June 2009, Comedy Central ordered 26 new episodes of Futurama, to be aired over two seasons. Groening has won 11 Primetime Emmy Awards, ten for The Simpsons and one for Futurama as well as a British Comedy Award for "outstanding contribution to comedy" in 2004. In 2002, he won the National Cartoonist Society Reuben Award for his work on Life in Hell. Description above from the Wikipedia article Matt Groening, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
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Birthday: February 15, 1954
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Olive, The Other Reindeer
1999-12-17
Olive, The Other Reindeer
Overview: After mis-hearing a radio broadcast about Santa canceling his Christmas trip due to an injured reindeer, Olive the dog decides to travel to the North Pole and volunteer to be a replacement. Unfortunately, Olive must deal with an evil postman who's tired of handling all the extra Christmas mail. Will Martini the penguin be able to help Olive realize her dream?
Genres: Animation Family Comedy TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-12-17
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Yesterday's Tomorrows
1999-08-09
Yesterday's Tomorrows
Overview: Showtime's "In the 20th Century" is a millennium-related series of feature-length documentaries in which famous directors take on major subjects of their choosing. In the third of the six films, "Yesterday's Tomorrows," filmmaker Barry Levinson delves into what we, as Americans, thought the future would be as we traveled through the 20th century. Houses and cars of the future, the promise of technology, and the other hopes and dreams of the early part of the century gave way to the fears and anxieties brought about by the atomic age and the Hollywood disaster films that followed. Soon we wondered if we could control technology, or if it would control us. This film is by turns light-hearted and thoughtful, and rare historical and archival film, produced by government and industry, alternates with on-screen interviews with people as diverse as consumer advocate Ralph Nader, cartoonist Matt Groening, futurist Alvin Toffler, comedienne Phyllis Diller, and actor Martin Mull.
Genres: Documentary History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1999-08-09
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An American Dissident: un tributo a Frank Zappa
1994-01-07
An American Dissident: un tributo a Frank Zappa
Overview: An American Dissident: un tributo a Frank Zappa is an Italian documentary that aired on the Videomusic channel on January 7, 1994. It includes footage from Zappa's Universe, Video From Hell, Does Humor Belong In Music?, Baby Snakes, The True Story Of 200 Motels, The Late Show, Zappa's May 17, 1988 show at Palacio de Deportes in Barcelona, Spain, The Dub Room Special, various other interviews and performances.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: it
Release Date: 1994-01-07
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The Beatles Revolution
2000-11-17
The Beatles Revolution
Overview: A primetime special celebrating The Beatles and exploring the lasting impact on pop music of Beatles innovations like stadium concerts, music videos, and the idea of rock album as art form. The filmmakers were provided rare, previously unseen footage from the Apple archives, and afforded complete access to their recorded music and film library.
Genres: Documentary Music TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-11-17
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The Magical World of Chuck Jones
1992-10-23
The Magical World of Chuck Jones
Overview: Documentary on animator Chuck Jones.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1992-10-23
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Classic Albums: Frank Zappa & The Mothers Of Invention - Freak Out!
2021-10-08
Classic Albums: Frank Zappa & The Mothers Of Invention - Freak Out!
Overview: This programme tells the story behind the conception, recording and release of this groundbreaking album. By use of interviews, musical demonstration, performance, archive footage and returning to the multi tracks with Ahmet Zappa and Joe Travers we discover how Frank Zappa and The Mothers of Invention created the album with the help of legendary African- American producer Tom Wilson.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-10-08
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Frank Zappa: Peefeeyatko
1991-01-01
Frank Zappa: Peefeeyatko
Overview: For the past ten years Zappa in composing has turned away from Rock and Roll music - for which he first became famous - and has been working on new, contemporary, orchestral electronic music; in solitude and beyond any commercial conventions or commitments. It is the first time that Zappa has allowed a film crew to study him during compositional work, actually filming the first moments of a new compositional process. By contrast, in a staged interview Zappa gives comments on music. This film seeks to reveal the sensetivities of Zappa's personality and character also beyond narrative content.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1991-01-01
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The Seventh Python
2008-06-26
The Seventh Python
Overview: Sean Connors Films, Ltd. Presents a Frozen Pictures production of The Seventh Python, a nonfiction musical feature film based on the life, work and unplanned career of musical satirist Neil Innes. The Seventh Python traces one man’s winding path of whimsy as he flirts with destiny at the edge of fame with incredibly influential and unusually lasting work that keeps one foot each planted in the worlds of comedy and rock ‘n’ roll. From the Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band to Monty Python's Flying Circus and The Rutles, to his Ego Warrior campaign and his insistence on wearing a plastic duck on his head, Neil Innes has proven to be the greatest musical comedy satirist of the past fifty years.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-06-26
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The Story
1969-02-18
The Story
Overview: Presents a story told by a young boy to his younger sister about various zoo animals. Records the spontaneous tale with all the interruptions, comments and reactions of the sister. The film was made by their father Homer Groening and features Matt, Lisa and little Maggie.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1969-02-18
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The Revenge of the Dead Indians
1993-01-01
The Revenge of the Dead Indians
Overview: This is a full-length documentary honoring the life and work of American composer and artist John Cage. Cage is considered one of the most influential composers of the 20th century. This documentary features interviews with various personalities from different fields as they introduce us to the life and work of this great American artist.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1993-01-01
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Hair High
2004-04-17
Hair High
Overview: Bill Plympton's gothic '50s high-school comedy about a love-triangle that goes terribly wrong. Two murdered teens return from the grave, then go to their prom to get revenge.
Genres: Horror Animation Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-04-17
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Theory of Obscurity: A Film About the Residents
2015-03-14
Theory of Obscurity: A Film About the Residents
Overview: Theory of Obscurity tells the story of the renegade sound and video collective known as The Residents…a story that spans 40 years and is clouded in mystery. Many details surrounding the group are secret, including the identities of its members. They always perform wearing masks and costumes, which is part of their magic. At its heart, this story is about perseverance and chasing your dream. The Residents never caved to convention. They never compromised. They’ve followed their muse for decades and thousands of fans have hung on for the ride. Along the way they’ve also inspired many people to be weird, take chances and find their own voice.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-03-14
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The Making of Olive, The Other Reindeer
2000-12-14
The Making of Olive, The Other Reindeer
Overview: A behind the scenes documentary about the making of "Olive, The Other Reindeer".
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-12-14
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Sex and Broadcasting
2014-11-15
Sex and Broadcasting
Overview: SEX AND BROADCASTING is a feature length documentary about New Jersey's WFMU, the world's strangest and most unique radio station, and one man's attempt to keep it alive in the face of recession, the persistent threat of commercial media, and the challenges that come with keeping a rebellious group of outsiders together.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-11-15
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I Thought I Told You To Shut Up!!
2015-04-25
I Thought I Told You To Shut Up!!
Overview: This documentary short tells the story of cartoonist David Boswell and his greatest creation: Reid Fleming, World's Toughest Milkman. In the late '70s, David Boswell birthed Reid Fleming, a counterculture icon in the form of a comic book anti-hero. Fast forward to the '80s, Warner Brothers aimed for a Hollywood film. Today, three decades later, Reid Fleming remains stuck in a contractual quagmire. Jonathan Demme, Academy Award-Winner (The Silence of the Lambs, Stop Making Sense), narrates "I Thought I Told You To Shut Up!!" This documentary blends stop-motion animation with interviews from Boswell, Hollywood cohorts, and fans, exploring the enduring allure of the indomitable Reid Fleming, the World's Toughest Milkman.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-04-25
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A Grand Night In: The Story of Aardman
2015-12-26
A Grand Night In: The Story of Aardman
Overview: Julie Walters tells the story of how Morph, Shaun the Sheep and that cheese-loving man Wallace and his dog Gromit first came to life.
Genres: Documentary Animation
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-12-26
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Dreadtown: The Steel Pulse Story
Dreadtown: The Steel Pulse Story
Overview: They have raged on for forty years, cutting a swath across continents and lighting the fuse of revolutionary thought. From the pressure-cooker ghettos of England to the mighty gates of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, one band has forged an enduring legacy. This is their story.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
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Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope
2011-09-10
Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope
Overview: A behind-the-scenes look at San Diego Comic-Con, the world's largest comic book convention, and the fans who attend every year.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-09-10
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It Came From Aquarius Records
2022-06-03
It Came From Aquarius Records
Overview: IT CAME FROM AQUARIUS RECORDS tells the story about the San Francisco based independent record store, Aquarius Records. Having closed in 2016 after 47 years, this small apartment-sized store championed local, underground, independent, and challenging music to the masses - most memorably with their infamous bi-weekly, college essay-length, new-release lists. Six years in the making, interviewing collectors, musicians, and store owners, the film has a very personal angle, with lots of behind-the-scenes footage (and drama) that shows both the joy and excruciating stress that comes with running — and closing — a store like this, helped in no part by the changing city around them.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-06-03
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The Rock Bottom Remainders
1992-05-25
The Rock Bottom Remainders
Overview: It all happened on May 25, 1992 at a place called Cowboy Boogie in Anaheim, California. Stephen King, writer of "Misery" and "Cujo", syndicated columnist Dave Barry, cartoonist and creator of "The Simpsons" Matt Groening, and ten more best-selling authors took to the stage for a charity concert and performed ten rock 'n roll classics for an audience from the literary community. Filmed live, The Rock Bottom Remainders video brings this chapter of literary and music history home.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 1992-05-25
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Bob & Doug McKenzie's Two-Four Anniversary
2007-05-20
Bob & Doug McKenzie's Two-Four Anniversary
Overview: In 1980, the SCTV crew had a request from their broadcaster, the CBC, for distinctively Canadian content. What players Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas created was a satire of it, but Bob and Doug became so much more. This documentary tells the special tale of how the McKenzie Brothers became a sensation that would become a cherished part of Canada's self identity.
Genres: Comedy Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-05-20
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I Know That Voice
2014-01-07
I Know That Voice
Overview: Filmmaker Lawrence Shapiro discusses voice-over acting with the talented people behind the characters.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-01-07
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The Devil and Daniel Johnston
2006-03-31
The Devil and Daniel Johnston
Overview: This 2005 documentary film chronicles the life of Daniel Johnston, a manic-depressive genius singer/songwriter/artist, from childhood up to the present, with an emphasis on his mental illness and how it manifested itself in demonic self-obsession.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-03-31
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The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice!
2010-01-10
The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special - In 3D! On Ice!
Overview: The Simpsons 20th Anniversary Special – In 3-D! On Ice! is a documentary special that examined the "cultural phenomenon" of the American animated television series The Simpsons.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2010-01-10
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The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart
1997-08-19
The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart
Overview: Elaine Shepherd’s classic BBC documentary, introduced and narrated by John Peel. Completely wonderful, a 50 minute joy: reviews, articles, blog posts, etc. relating to The Artist Formerly Known As Captain Beefheart.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1997-08-19
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Tales of the Rat Fink
2006-01-01
Tales of the Rat Fink
Overview: This is an interesting look at the Life and Times of car customizer/cartoonist Ed "Big Daddy" Roth. Through the use of many graphically enhanced photographs and "talking" cars, it is a loving look at the car culture in Southern California from the Early 50's to Ed's Passing in 2001.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-01-01
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Chuck Jones: Extremes and In-Betweens - A Life in Animation
2000-11-08
Chuck Jones: Extremes and In-Betweens - A Life in Animation
Overview: This biography, shown on American television as part of the PBS "Great Performances" series, examines the life works of one of Hollywood's most celebrated animators, Chuck (Charles M.) Jones. He is best known for Warner Brothers cartoons featuring Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Elmer Fudd, Porky Pig, Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote, and Pepe LePew. Included are plenty of behind-the-scenes descriptions of how an animated film is made, and (best of all) many clips from Chuck's cartoons.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-11-08
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The One and Only June Foray
2013-01-16
The One and Only June Foray
Overview: This film is about the life and times of legendary voice actress June Foray. From her beginnings as a child wanting to be an actress, to becoming one of the greatest voice talents in the golden age of animation.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-01-16
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Emily @ the Edge of Chaos
2021-05-07
Emily @ the Edge of Chaos
Overview: Emily @ the Edge of Chaos interweaves Emily Levine’s live performance with animation, appearances by scientists, and animated characters. The film uses physics, which explains how the universe works, to explain our metaphysics – the story of our values, our institutions, our interactions. Using her own experience and a custom blend of insight and humor, provocation and inspiration, personal story and social commentary, Emily takes her audience through its own paradigm shift: from the Fear of Change to the Edge of Chaos.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-05-07
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The Salmon Street Saga
1970-01-01
The Salmon Street Saga
Overview: A cautionary tale of gang recruitment, SALMON STREET SAGA boasts a cast including Simpsons creator Matt Groening and a soundtrack featuring Dick Dale & His Del-Tones and The Cheers.
Genres: No genres available
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1970-01-01
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Drugs: Killers or Dillers?
1972-01-01
Drugs: Killers or Dillers?
Overview: This unforgettable anti-drug yarn, inspired by the educational films screened in high school health class, was made by Smith and Matt Groening in tandem, with Groening appearing on-screen.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1972-01-01
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20 years of Simpsons
2009-12-12
20 years of Simpsons
Overview: A short French documentary to celebrate the twentieth anniversary of the show.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: fr
Release Date: 2009-12-12
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Comic Book: The Movie
2004-01-27
Comic Book: The Movie
Overview: Hugh Hefner, Stan Lee, Mark Hamill and Kevin Smith journey into the world of comic book fandom! Documentary filmmaker Donald Swan heads to the world's largest comic book convention where he encounters a culture of craziness that he's totally unprepared for.
Genres: Action Comedy Thriller Drama Mystery Adventure Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-01-27
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The Simpsons: America's First Family
2000-07-23
The Simpsons: America's First Family
Overview: The Simpsons: America's First Family is a 50 minute program which features the production of The Simpsons, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the series.
Genres: Documentary Animation TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2000-07-23
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