Ed Wood (1994)
The American biographical comedy-drama, Ed Wood (1994), was directed and produced by Tim Burton. At the time, Ed was determined to make a name for himself in the film industry. He heard that producer George Weiss was looking to purchase Christine Jorgensen’s life story from an announcement in Variety magazine. Hoping to direct a film based on this story titled I Changed My Sex!, Ed met with Weiss, but was not selected. However, he did have the opportunity to meet his lifelong idol, horror film star Bela Lugosi, and their friendship began. Convinced that having a well-known actor in the film would attract audiences, Ed persuaded Weiss to let him direct by negotiating a low price for Lugosi’s services. Despite some disagreements during production of Glen or Glenda about the film’s title and subject matter, Weiss eventually agreed to follow Ed’s vision as long as it fit within seven reels. Thus began the filming of what is now known as a story about a transvestite.
Ed approaches film production in an unconventional manner, opting for a single take per scene, minimal direction for actors, and incorporating pre-existing footage. Unfortunately, his movie is met with both critical and commercial disappointment, resulting in Ed being unable to secure a job at Weiss’ Screen Classics or form a partnership with Warner Bros. executive Feldman. Initially, Feldman believes the film to be a prank orchestrated by William Wellman. Upon the suggestion of his girlfriend, Dolores Fuller, Ed chooses to self-fund his next project. Despite his efforts, he is unable to secure financing for Bride of the Atom but does encounter a psychic named The Amazing Criswell who provides him with tips on marketing himself more effectively. During this period, Ed also learns that Lugosi has developed a morphine addiction.
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Cast:  Johnny DeppEd Wood  Martin LandauBela Lugosi  Sarah Jessica ParkerDolores Fuller  Patricia ArquetteKathy O'Hara  Jeffrey JonesCriswell  Bill MurrayBunny Breckinridge  Max CasellaPaul Marco  Mike StarrGeorgie Weiss |
The American biographical comedy-drama, Ed Wood (1994), was directed and produced by Tim Burton. At the time, Ed was determined to make a name for himself in the film industry. He heard that producer George Weiss was looking to purchase Christine Jorgensen’s life story from an announcement in Variety magazine. Hoping to direct a film based on this story titled I Changed My Sex!, Ed met with Weiss, but was not selected. However, he did have the opportunity to meet his lifelong idol, horror film star Bela Lugosi, and their friendship began. Convinced that having a well-known actor in the film would attract audiences, Ed persuaded Weiss to let him direct by negotiating a low price for Lugosi’s services. Despite some disagreements during production of Glen or Glenda about the film’s title and subject matter, Weiss eventually agreed to follow Ed’s vision as long as it fit within seven reels. Thus began the filming of what is now known as a story about a transvestite.
Ed approaches film production in an unconventional manner, opting for a single take per scene, minimal direction for actors, and incorporating pre-existing footage. Unfortunately, his movie is met with both critical and commercial disappointment, resulting in Ed being unable to secure a job at Weiss’ Screen Classics or form a partnership with Warner Bros. executive Feldman. Initially, Feldman believes the film to be a prank orchestrated by William Wellman. Upon the suggestion of his girlfriend, Dolores Fuller, Ed chooses to self-fund his next project. Despite his efforts, he is unable to secure financing for Bride of the Atom but does encounter a psychic named The Amazing Criswell who provides him with tips on marketing himself more effectively. During this period, Ed also learns that Lugosi has developed a morphine addiction.
