Cast
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Shane Ryan-Reid
as
Kevin Gage
as (segment "Multiple Videos")
Kathryn Eastwood
as (segment "The Making of American Virus")
Bai Ling
as Self (segment "The Making of Samurai Cop 2")
Lia Marie Johnson
as (segment: "Abducted Girl concept")
Kai Lanette
as
Kaliya Skye
as
Jonah Hill
as Self (segment "A Boy, A Girl & A Camera")
Lilith Singson
as
Randy Couture
as Self (segment :"The Making of Samurai Cop 2")
Joe Estevez
as (segment "The Making of Samurai Cop 2")
Mathew Karedas
as (segment "The Making of Samurai Cop 2")
James Cullen Bressack
as Self (segment "A Boy, A Girl & A Camera")
Eri Akita
as (segment "Tag")
Jessica Arapi
as (segment "The Making of The Owl In Echo Park")
Crew
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Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Action/Comedy/Crime film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Banned, Exploited & Blacklisted: The Underground Work of Controversial Filmmaker Shane Ryan distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Released in 2020, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Banned, Exploited & Blacklisted: The Underground Work of Controversial Filmmaker Shane Ryan took approximately 34 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 43 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 68 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 442 unique costume pieces for the production.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- The musical score contains over 60 unique compositions.
Historical Context
- In 2020, when this film is released:
- Climate change mitigation had become a central policy concern internationally.
- Streaming platforms had largely replaced traditional cinema and television models.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: July 31, 2020
- Runtime: 43m