Peter Fitzgerald

Peter Fitzgerald

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Peter Fitzgerald

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Butch Please
Director
An exploration of gay masculinity at the 2019 International Mr. Leather convention.
To Oz! The Making of a Classic
Director
A look into how L. Frank Baum's classic novel was transformed into one of the most beloved films of all time including archival interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and rare musical outtakes.
Crawford at Warners
Director
Trying to control fiery Bette Davis, Jack Warner hired MGM veteran star Joan Crawford at his studio, spawning a string of dramatic hits and misses and her successful transition to middle-aged leading lady.
Gable and Crawford
Director
The star-crossed affair between the king and queen of Hollywood.
A Life in Words and Music
Director
Though the MGM Musical "Words and Music" celebrates the brilliant body of work by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart, the studio misrepresented Hart by omitting his excessive drinking and homosexuality as well as Rodgers' crankiness and perfectionism.
The Pirate: A Musical Treasure Chest
Producer
A documentary on the making of the Gene Kelly/Judy Garland musical The Pirate (1948)
The Pirate: A Musical Treasure Chest
Writer
A documentary on the making of the Gene Kelly/Judy Garland musical The Pirate (1948)
The Pirate: A Musical Treasure Chest
Director
A documentary on the making of the Gene Kelly/Judy Garland musical The Pirate (1948)
Easter Parade: On the Avenue
Editor
This documentary tells the story of the making of Irving Berlin's Easter Parade.
Easter Parade: On the Avenue
Producer
This documentary tells the story of the making of Irving Berlin's Easter Parade.
Easter Parade: On the Avenue
Writer
This documentary tells the story of the making of Irving Berlin's Easter Parade.
Easter Parade: On the Avenue
Director
This documentary tells the story of the making of Irving Berlin's Easter Parade.
Get Aboard! 'The Band Wagon'
Editor
Documentary on the 1953 musical "The Band Wagon."
Get Aboard! 'The Band Wagon'
Producer
Documentary on the 1953 musical "The Band Wagon."
Get Aboard! 'The Band Wagon'
Writer
Documentary on the 1953 musical "The Band Wagon."
Get Aboard! 'The Band Wagon'
Director
Documentary on the 1953 musical "The Band Wagon."
Ziegfeld on Film
Director
This short documentary includes interviews with Florenz Ziegfeld's daughter Patricia and actress Luise Rainer. Ziegfeld's life and the making of the film The Great Ziegfeld (1936) are discussed.
Checking Out: Grand Hotel
Director
Until 1932's Grand Hotel, never had there existed an all-star ensemble cast on film. Conceived by MGM's production genius Irving Thalberg, the film boasted names like Greta Garbo, Joan Crawford, Wallace Beery and John and Lionel Barrymore and went on to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. This short documentary takes a look at the making of the classic film.
Joan Crawford: The Ultimate Movie Star
Director
In this documentary on the life of Joan Crawford, we learn why she should be remembered as the great actress she was, and not only as "mommie dearest." caricature she has become. Friends, fellow actors, directors, and others reminisce about their association with her, and numerous film clips show off her talent from her start in silents to bad science fiction/horror movies at the end of her career.
Joan Crawford: The Ultimate Movie Star
Producer
In this documentary on the life of Joan Crawford, we learn why she should be remembered as the great actress she was, and not only as "mommie dearest." caricature she has become. Friends, fellow actors, directors, and others reminisce about their association with her, and numerous film clips show off her talent from her start in silents to bad science fiction/horror movies at the end of her career.
Joan Crawford: The Ultimate Movie Star
Writer
In this documentary on the life of Joan Crawford, we learn why she should be remembered as the great actress she was, and not only as "mommie dearest." caricature she has become. Friends, fellow actors, directors, and others reminisce about their association with her, and numerous film clips show off her talent from her start in silents to bad science fiction/horror movies at the end of her career.
What a Glorious Feeling: The Making of 'Singin' in the Rain'
Writer
Movie and stage icon Debbie Reynolds hosts the making of "Singin' in the Rain". The short documentary includes Donald O'Connor, who played the comical "Cosmo Brown", Stanley Donen, one half of the directors next to Gene Kelly, and Kathleen Freeman, who played Phoebe Dinsmore, Lina Lamont's (Jean Hagen) voice coach.
What a Glorious Feeling: The Making of 'Singin' in the Rain'
Director
Movie and stage icon Debbie Reynolds hosts the making of "Singin' in the Rain". The short documentary includes Donald O'Connor, who played the comical "Cosmo Brown", Stanley Donen, one half of the directors next to Gene Kelly, and Kathleen Freeman, who played Phoebe Dinsmore, Lina Lamont's (Jean Hagen) voice coach.
Destination Hitchcock: The Making of 'North by Northwest'
Producer
Hosted by Eva Marie Saint, the film's leading lady, this 40-minute documentary of Alfred Hitchcock's only M-G-M film combines interviews (Martin Landau, Patricia Hitchcock, production designer Robert F. Boyle and screenwriter Ernest Lehman), movie clips and behind the scenes photos to make for a fascinating look at one of the silver screen's glowing gems. For fans of North by Northwest (1959) and Hitchcock aficionados, this is a must-see treat.
Destination Hitchcock: The Making of 'North by Northwest'
Director
Hosted by Eva Marie Saint, the film's leading lady, this 40-minute documentary of Alfred Hitchcock's only M-G-M film combines interviews (Martin Landau, Patricia Hitchcock, production designer Robert F. Boyle and screenwriter Ernest Lehman), movie clips and behind the scenes photos to make for a fascinating look at one of the silver screen's glowing gems. For fans of North by Northwest (1959) and Hitchcock aficionados, this is a must-see treat.
Gargantua
First Assistant Director
Marine biologist Jack Ellway and his son Brandon are drawn to the Polynesian island of Malau to study the effects of recent seismic activity on the area's marine life. Along with the local doctor Alyson Hart, they soon become caught up in the investigation of a series of recent drownings with unexpected results. As Jack explores the surrounding ocean for a mysterious marine creature, Brandon discovers and befriends a three-foot-long baby creature that is able to leave the ocean and walk on land. As more dangerous and giant creatures come onto the island, and the military begins to take offensive action, Jack must risk everything to save the creatures, the island and his son. Written by ADAM G. THOMAS
Sons of Steel
First Assistant Director
The film is set in Australia, where an accidental future time traveler finds himself going back in time to change events to prevent a calamity.
A Chorus Line
Dancer with Gum
A group of dancers congregate on the stage of a Broadway theatre to audition for a new musical production directed by Zach. After the initial eliminations, seventeen hopefuls remain, among them Cassie, who once had a tempestuous romantic relationship with Zach. She is desperate enough for work to humble herself and audition for him; whether he's willing to let professionalism overcome his personal feelings about their past remains to be seen.