Spencer Proffer

Movies

Reinventing Elvis: The 68' Comeback
Producer
Reveals what really happened behind the scenes of this mesmerizing hour of television. After it aired, the special became the most-watched television event of the year with nearly half of the TV-watching audience tuned in to watch Presley perform in his iconic black leather suit.
The Day the Music Died: The Story of Don McLean's
Producer
With a narrative running deeper than a catchy tune and cryptic verses, “American Pie” is a musical phenomenon woven deep into the history of American culture, entertaining audiences around the world for over 50 years. This documentary tells the stories of the people who were a part of this moment from the beginning, shows the point of view of a new generation of artists who are motivated by the same values and ideas that inspired the song’s creation, and highlights cultural moments in America’s history that are as relevant now as they were in 1971, when the song was released.
Chasing Trane
Producer
An account of the life of the brilliant jazz musician John Coltrane (1926-67), a gifted saxophonist, an extraordinarily talented thinker whose original, avant-garde work has impacted and influenced people all over the world. A story about music's ability to entertain, inspire and transform.
Space Warriors
Executive Producer
The son of a retired astronaut competes to win a seat on the next space shuttle.
The Sissy Duckling
Music Director
Elmer, a sensitive duckling whose schoolmates tease him for being a sissy. However, after his unusual talents help him save a life, the other members of the flock learn to respect him as he is.
The Passion of Ayn Rand
Music Supervisor
Author Ayn Rand becomes involved with a much younger and married man, to the dismay of those close to her.
Gods and Monsters
Co-Executive Producer
It's 1957, and James Whale's heyday as the director of "Frankenstein," "Bride of Frankenstein" and "The Invisible Man" is long behind him. Retired and a semi-recluse, he lives his days accompanied only by images from his past. When his dour housekeeper, Hannah, hires a handsome young gardener, the flamboyant director and simple yard man develop an unlikely friendship, which will change them forever.
Hidden in America
Music Producer
Story of a man whose pride in being the head of his family won't let him accept help from his sick daughters doctor. He has to prove to his kids that even with the death of his wife and the loss of his job that they can and will survive. After hitting brick wall after brick wall comes a glimmer of hope.
Robbie Robertson: Going Home
Executive Producer
Documentary on musician Robbie Robertson.