George R. R. Martin
Also Known As: George R.R. Martin, 조지 R.R. 마틴, George Raymond Richard Martin, George Raymond Martin, GRRM
Biography: George Raymond Richard Martin, also known as GRRM, is an American novelist and short story writer in the fantasy, horror, and science fiction genres, screenwriter, and television producer. He is best known for his series of epic fantasy novels, A Song of Ice and Fire, which was adapted into the HBO series Game of Thrones.
Department: Writing
Place of Birth: Bayonne, New Jersey, USA
Birthday: September 20, 1948
Adult: No
Gender: Male
TMDb-Id: 237053
IMDb-Id: nm0552333
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Known For
Why Are We (Not) Creative?
Overview: In this second installment of his exploration of creativity, Hermann Vaske looks for factors that inhibit it. He asks artists, activists, and thinkers about things that kill their creativity.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: de
Release Date: 2021-10-20
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Who's Afraid of Machiavelli?
Overview: Famous for lines like 'It is better to be feared than loved', Machiavelli's notorious book, The Prince, has been a manual for tyrants from Napoleon to Stalin. But how relevant is The Prince today, and who are the 21st century Machiavellians?
Genres: Documentary History
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-12-03
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Fanarchy
Overview: Fanarchy explores the rise of fan culture and ways in which fans are threatening the Hollywood system by becoming a creative force in their own right. With affordable technology at their fingertips, fans are producing more new content per month than studios or networks combined. Whether it's an original idea or a personal spin on a favorite film or TV show, fans are taking the reins and blurring the line between amateur and professional. Written and directed by Halifax’s own Donna Davies, Fanarchy exposes the burgeoning media landscape and the issues that complicate it – copyright, intellectual property and the concept of originality in a remix culture.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-09-18
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Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe
Overview: A look at the story behind Marvel Studios and the Marvel Cinematic Universe, featuring interviews and behind-the-scenes footage from all of the Marvel films, the Marvel One-Shots and "Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D."
Genres: Documentary TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-03-18
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Sharknado 3: Oh Hell No!
Overview: The sharks take bite out of the East Coast when the sharknado hits Washington, D.C. and Orlando, Florida.
Genres: Science Fiction Action Comedy Horror TV Movie
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-07-22
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Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously
Overview: Neil Gaiman is one of the most beloved storytellers in the world today, a medium-jumping legend who opened a new era of comics with Sandman, scared a generation of young readers with Coraline and The Graveyard Book, and has thrilled his fans with years of live readings and signings. Recently, Neil embarked on his final signing tour, one last chance to talk to the fans who love his work and show his appreciation for their years of support. Now you're along for the ride! The film offers unprecedented access to Neil, chronicling his journey from myth-loving child to one of the most popular writers in the world. In addition to Neil, the film also features Amanda Palmer, George RR Martin, Grant Morrison, Bill Hader, Wil Wheaton, Michael Sheen, Karen Berger, and many more.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-07-08
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Meow Wolf: Origin Story
Overview: When a group of young DIY artists in Santa Fe can’t find a door into the art world, they blow open an entirely new portal with their grit, passion, and tenacity. Within just a few short years – and with a little help from George R.R. Martin – this group called Meow Wolf ultimately hits a cultural nerve and garners massive, unexpected success with their exhibit, House of Eternal Return.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-11-29
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Geek, and You Shall Find
Overview: After attending a local comic book convention, three filmmakers are so moved by the stories shared with them by cosplayers that they decide to investigate geek culture even further. Attending other conventions across the country and speaking with legendary creators such as Kevin Eastman, Stan Lee and George R.R. Martin, the trio not only begins to find answers to why people gravitate towards superheroes and stories about superheroes, but how being a geek could help them live deeper, richer lives. Geek, and You Shall Find tells the stories behind the creation of several popular stories including Superman, Star Wars, Game of Thrones and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. In sharing how these characters and their worlds came to be, creators reveal how often they have been inspired by real-life social ills. Most importantly, by continuing to speak with fans who have been inspired by these creations, this film reveals how superheroes have the potential to combat these social issues as well.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2019-07-23
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Atari: Game Over
Overview: The Xbox Originals documentary that chronicles the fall of the Atari Corporation through the lens of one of the biggest mysteries of all time, dubbed “The Great Video Game Burial of 1983.” Rumor claims that millions of returned and unsold E.T. cartridges were buried in the desert, but what really happened there?
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2014-11-19
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