Elijah Drenner

Movies

Against The Grain
Director
examines how genre film focused home video companies have taken the charge in preserving, restoring, and releasing so many works which otherwise might have been lost to time.
Under the Skin: The Making of 'Ticks'
Editor
Under the Skin: The Making of 'Ticks'
Director
Vegas Needs a New King: The Making of Six-String Samurai
Editor
A documentary on Six-String Samurai
Outside the Law: The Scanner Cop Revolution
Director
A documentary on Scanner Cop and Scanner Cop II: The Showdown
Vegas Needs a New King: The Making of Six-String Samurai
Director
A documentary on Six-String Samurai
The Beastmaster Chronicles
Director
Documentary about the making of the film The Beastmaster.
Hollywood of the North
Animation
An animated making-of documentary featuring Minnesota crew members who worked on the film ‘Mallrats’.
Hollywood of the North
Editor
An animated making-of documentary featuring Minnesota crew members who worked on the film ‘Mallrats’.
Hollywood of the North
Producer
An animated making-of documentary featuring Minnesota crew members who worked on the film ‘Mallrats’.
Hollywood of the North
Director
An animated making-of documentary featuring Minnesota crew members who worked on the film ‘Mallrats’.
Cutting 'Hair'
Producer
in this new program, editors Lynzee Klingman and Stanley Warnow remember how they were given the opportunity to work on Hair and discuss the type of work they did to meet Milos Forman's requirements for the film.
Cutting 'Hair'
Editor
in this new program, editors Lynzee Klingman and Stanley Warnow remember how they were given the opportunity to work on Hair and discuss the type of work they did to meet Milos Forman's requirements for the film.
The Tribe Remembers
Editor
In this new program, actors Beverly D'Angelo, Don Dacus, Ellen Foley, Annie Golden, John Savage, and Dorsey Wright recall how they became involved with Hair, what it was like to work under the direction of Milos Forman, and era in which the film emerged, and how it impacted their acting ambitions and careers. (Some of Mr. Savage's comments are very emotional).
'Hair' Style
Producer
in this new program, production designer Stuart Wurtzel recalls his initial encounter with Milos Forman and their professional relationship during the production of Hair.
'Hair' Style
Editor
in this new program, production designer Stuart Wurtzel recalls his initial encounter with Milos Forman and their professional relationship during the production of Hair.
Clapboard Jungle
Following five years in the life and career of independent filmmaker Justin McConnell, this documentary explores the struggles of financing, attracting the right talent, working with practical effects and selling the finished product in the hope of turning a profit. Featuring interviews with a range of industry luminaries, not only are technical aspects and interpersonal skills discussed but also the emotional stamina and little-known tips needed to survive in the low budget film industry.
Blood, Sand, and Fire: The Making of The Hills Have Eyes Part II
Editor
Brand new making-of documentary featuring interviews with actor Michael Berryman, actress Janus Blythe, and many more!
The Fear is Real
Editor
In this program, directors Larry Cohen (Special Effects) and Joe Dante recall their first experiences with Invasion of the Body Snatchers and discuss the unique qualities of the film's narrative, the lasting impact it had on generations of filmgoers and future filmmakers, and Jack Finney's novel.
The Fear is Real
Director
In this program, directors Larry Cohen (Special Effects) and Joe Dante recall their first experiences with Invasion of the Body Snatchers and discuss the unique qualities of the film's narrative, the lasting impact it had on generations of filmgoers and future filmmakers, and Jack Finney's novel.
I No Longer Belong: The Rise and Fall of Walter Wanger
Producer
In this program, film scholar and author Matthew Bernstein discusses the life and unusual career of producer Walter Wanger, who greenlighted Invasion of the Body Snatchers.
The Stranger in Your Lover's Eyes
Producer
This two-part visual essay features the son of director Don Siegel, Kristoffer Tabori, who reads from his father book A Siegel Film. The bulk of the content addresses the production history of Invasion of the Body Snatchers.
The Stranger in Your Lover's Eyes
Director
This two-part visual essay features the son of director Don Siegel, Kristoffer Tabori, who reads from his father book A Siegel Film. The bulk of the content addresses the production history of Invasion of the Body Snatchers.
The Difference Between You and Me
Editor
A video essay on Bound featuring Jennifer Moorman and B. Ruby Rich
The Difference Between You and Me
Producer
A video essay on Bound featuring Jennifer Moorman and B. Ruby Rich
A Letter to Castro
Producer
A 2017 interview with actress Hope Holiday, who portrayed Margie MacDougall.
A Letter to Castro
Editor
A 2017 interview with actress Hope Holiday, who portrayed Margie MacDougall.
A Letter to Castro
Director
A 2017 interview with actress Hope Holiday, who portrayed Margie MacDougall.
Romero Was Here: Locating The Crazies
Producer
Romero historian Lawrence DeVincentz takes us on a guided tour of Evans City, PA and the locations used in The Crazies.
Romero Was Here: Locating The Crazies
Editor
Romero historian Lawrence DeVincentz takes us on a guided tour of Evans City, PA and the locations used in The Crazies.
Romero Was Here: Locating The Crazies
Director
Romero historian Lawrence DeVincentz takes us on a guided tour of Evans City, PA and the locations used in The Crazies.
Crazy for Lynn Lowry
Producer
Cult star Lynn Lowry discusses her early career and the circumstances that lead to her role in George Romero's The Crazies.
Crazy for Lynn Lowry
Director
Cult star Lynn Lowry discusses her early career and the circumstances that lead to her role in George Romero's The Crazies.
The Killing Floor
Producer
A documentary on making the movie JD'S REVENGE.
The Killing Floor
Editor
A documentary on making the movie JD'S REVENGE.
The Killing Floor
Director
A documentary on making the movie JD'S REVENGE.
Finding Harryhausen with Dennis Muren
Editor
Visual effects artist Dennis Muren discusses the legacy of Ray Harryhausen.
Finding Harryhausen with Dennis Muren
Producer
Visual effects artist Dennis Muren discusses the legacy of Ray Harryhausen.
Finding Harryhausen with Dennis Muren
Director
Visual effects artist Dennis Muren discusses the legacy of Ray Harryhausen.
The Secrets of Sinbad: Phil Tippett on Ray Harryhausen
Editor
Visual effects experts Phil Tippett discusses the legacy of Ray Harryhausen.
The Secrets of Sinbad: Phil Tippett on Ray Harryhausen
Producer
Visual effects experts Phil Tippett discusses the legacy of Ray Harryhausen.
The Secrets of Sinbad: Phil Tippett on Ray Harryhausen
Director
Visual effects experts Phil Tippett discusses the legacy of Ray Harryhausen.
Listen to the Light: The Making of 'Brain Damage'
Editor
54-minute long documentary on the making of Frank Henenlotter's cult classic, Brain Damage.
Listen to the Light: The Making of 'Brain Damage'
Director
54-minute long documentary on the making of Frank Henenlotter's cult classic, Brain Damage.
Habeas Corpus: The Making of 'Psycho Cop Returns'
Director
Retrospective documentary on the making of the low-budget horror slasher film Psycho Cop Returns (1993).
Hickory Dickory Doc
Editor
An interview with actor John Lithgow talking about his experience with Brian De Palma's film Raising Cain
Hickory Dickory Doc
Producer
An interview with actor John Lithgow talking about his experience with Brian De Palma's film Raising Cain
Hickory Dickory Doc
Director
An interview with actor John Lithgow talking about his experience with Brian De Palma's film Raising Cain
The Gore The Merrier
Director
An interview with Jeremy Kasten, director of the 2007 Wizard of Gore remake.
Montag Speaks!
Director
A short documentary about Montag from Wizard of Gore
Garage Punk Gore
Producer
Filmmaker and musician Chris Alexander discusses the films and music of Herschell Gordon Lewis.
Garage Punk Gore
Editor
Filmmaker and musician Chris Alexander discusses the films and music of Herschell Gordon Lewis.
Garage Punk Gore
Director
Filmmaker and musician Chris Alexander discusses the films and music of Herschell Gordon Lewis.
The Shocking Truth!
Producer
Bob Murawski on his discovery of Herschell Gordon Lewis.
The Shocking Truth!
Editor
Bob Murawski on his discovery of Herschell Gordon Lewis.
The Shocking Truth!
Director
Bob Murawski on his discovery of Herschell Gordon Lewis.
How Herschell Found His Niche
Editor
Lewis discusses his early work in nudie cuties and the making of The Adventures of Lucky Pierre.
How Herschell Found His Niche
Director
Lewis discusses his early work in nudie cuties and the making of The Adventures of Lucky Pierre.
Blood Perspectives
Editor
Filmmakers Nicholas McCarthy and Rodney Ascher on Blood Feast.
Blood Perspectives
Director
Filmmakers Nicholas McCarthy and Rodney Ascher on Blood Feast.
Johnny Guitar: A Feminist Western?
Editor
Critics Kent Jones, B. Ruby Rich, Joe McElhaney and Miriam Bale take a closer look at the feminist overtones in "Johnny Guitar."
Johnny Guitar: A Feminist Western?
Producer
Critics Kent Jones, B. Ruby Rich, Joe McElhaney and Miriam Bale take a closer look at the feminist overtones in "Johnny Guitar."
My Microwave Massacre Memoirs
Director
Documentary about Microwave Massacre (1983).
Tides and Nightmares
Director
Making of "The Witch Who Came From The Sea"
Videoblivion
Director
An interview with cinematographer Mark Irwin regarding 'Videodrome'.
Lord John
Director
An Interview with John Lithgow
The Tao of Buckaroo
Director
An Interview with Peter Weller
Kiss Kiss Fingerbang
Editor
A nice guy discovers his dark side when his girlfriend reveals her secret weakness.
An Exercise In Terror: The Making Of 'Death Spa'
Editor
A documentary about the making of 'Death Spa' (1989)
An Exercise In Terror: The Making Of 'Death Spa'
Producer
A documentary about the making of 'Death Spa' (1989)
An Exercise In Terror: The Making Of 'Death Spa'
Director
A documentary about the making of 'Death Spa' (1989)
That Guy Dick Miller
Editor
Documentary about veteran character actor Dick Miller, whose career in and outside of Hollywood has spanned almost 200 films across six decades, featuring a diverse range of interviews with directors, co-stars, and contemporaries.
That Guy Dick Miller
Producer
Documentary about veteran character actor Dick Miller, whose career in and outside of Hollywood has spanned almost 200 films across six decades, featuring a diverse range of interviews with directors, co-stars, and contemporaries.
That Guy Dick Miller
Writer
Documentary about veteran character actor Dick Miller, whose career in and outside of Hollywood has spanned almost 200 films across six decades, featuring a diverse range of interviews with directors, co-stars, and contemporaries.
That Guy Dick Miller
Director
Documentary about veteran character actor Dick Miller, whose career in and outside of Hollywood has spanned almost 200 films across six decades, featuring a diverse range of interviews with directors, co-stars, and contemporaries.
The Ephemerol Diaries: An Interview with Stephen Lack
Editor
Stephen Lack talks about playing the lead in David Cronenberg's 1981 sci-fi/horror cult classic SCANNERS.
The Ephemerol Diaries: An Interview with Stephen Lack
Producer
Stephen Lack talks about playing the lead in David Cronenberg's 1981 sci-fi/horror cult classic SCANNERS.
The Ephemerol Diaries: An Interview with Stephen Lack
Director
Stephen Lack talks about playing the lead in David Cronenberg's 1981 sci-fi/horror cult classic SCANNERS.
From Manila with Love
Editor
Retrospective documentary on the making of the 70's women-in-prison exploitation cult favorites "The Big Doll House" and "The Big Bird Cage".
From Manila with Love
Producer
Retrospective documentary on the making of the 70's women-in-prison exploitation cult favorites "The Big Doll House" and "The Big Bird Cage".
From Manila with Love
Director
Retrospective documentary on the making of the 70's women-in-prison exploitation cult favorites "The Big Doll House" and "The Big Bird Cage".
American Grindhouse
Producer
This documentary explores the hidden history of the American Exploitation Film. The movie digs deep into this often overlooked category of U.S. cinema and unearths the shameless and occasionally shocking origins of this popular entertainment.
American Grindhouse
Sound Editor
This documentary explores the hidden history of the American Exploitation Film. The movie digs deep into this often overlooked category of U.S. cinema and unearths the shameless and occasionally shocking origins of this popular entertainment.
American Grindhouse
Editor
This documentary explores the hidden history of the American Exploitation Film. The movie digs deep into this often overlooked category of U.S. cinema and unearths the shameless and occasionally shocking origins of this popular entertainment.
American Grindhouse
Writer
This documentary explores the hidden history of the American Exploitation Film. The movie digs deep into this often overlooked category of U.S. cinema and unearths the shameless and occasionally shocking origins of this popular entertainment.
American Grindhouse
Director
This documentary explores the hidden history of the American Exploitation Film. The movie digs deep into this often overlooked category of U.S. cinema and unearths the shameless and occasionally shocking origins of this popular entertainment.
Tron Wayne Gacy
A conversation about sex and death winds its way between six college kids.
Fulci in the House: The Italian Master of Splatter
Editor
Lucio Fulci documentary
Fulci in the House: The Italian Master of Splatter
Writer
Lucio Fulci documentary
Fulci in the House: The Italian Master of Splatter
Director
Lucio Fulci documentary
Blood River
Epk Producer
A psychological thriller following a successful young married couple on their way to visit family. After a blowout on a desolate stretch of highway in Nevada, they head to the next town only to discover it long abandoned. Here they meet a mysterious stranger who seems to know decidedly more than he is sharing.
Spider Stravinsky: The Cinema Sounds of Ronald Stein
Director
The composer of ‘The Terror’ and ‘Attack of the 50 Foot Woman’ among others is remembered by Harlene Stein, Jack Hill, American Cinematheque’s Chris D. and others.
The Hatching of Spider Baby
Writer
Documentary focusing on Jack Hill's classic film, Spider Baby. Featured on the new Special Edition DVD.
The Hatching of Spider Baby
Director
Documentary focusing on Jack Hill's classic film, Spider Baby. Featured on the new Special Edition DVD.
Planetfall
Carson Fletcher
A spaghetti western in science fiction clothing. Competing female bounty hunters track down the ultimate treasure on a planet wracked with turmoil. A drug named psylenol has hit the streets, stolen from a secret military program and reconditioned to be an over-the-counter psychedelic. When the general populace starts developing telekinetic powers, the corrupt government of Zita declares martial law. When the film starts, a confiscated shipment of the drug has been stolen. Now the race is on to obtain the last supply of the most powerful drug in the universe!