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George Kuchar

Directing

0.1 Popularity Aug 31, 1942 (69 years old) New York, New York

George Kuchar (August 31, 1942 – September 6, 2011) and his twin brother Mike began making films as teenagers in the 1950s, with 8mm film being their weapon of choice. After shocking their local amateur filmmaking club with their over-the-top stories of lust and angst, they became stars of the NYC...

Biography

George Kuchar (August 31, 1942 – September 6, 2011) and his twin brother Mike began making films as teenagers in the 1950s, with 8mm film being their weapon of choice. After shocking their local amateur filmmaking club with their over-the-top stories of lust and angst, they became stars of the NYC underground scene in the 1960s, befriending the likes of Jonas Mekas and Jack Smith. Always working with the constraints of minuscule budgets and nonprofessional actors, the Kuchar’s inspiration comes from classic Hollywood melodrama. Their cheaply made pictures, rather than being held back by lack of funds, blossomed in the shackles of poverty; the garish colors of the cheap makeup and sets were perfectly complemented by the bold color range afforded by Kodachrome reversal stock. The wild (and sometimes the inverse of wild) acting, use of stock music, lack of synch sound, hyperbolic narration, and primitive special effects all combined to make tiny gems unlike anything seen before or since. The Kuchars are cited as major influences by such filmmakers as John Waters, Todd Solondz, and David Lynch.

Filmography 344

2024
Kuchar-esque Movie

Writer

2024
Kuchar-esque Movie

Director

2018
That Woman Movie

as Barbara Walters

2017
Oh Hi Anne Movie

as Himself

2013
2011
Empire of Evil Movie

Director

2011
2011
HotSpell Movie

Director

2010
2010
2010
Webtide Movie

as Himself

2010
Lingo of the Lost Movie

Director

2010
Vintage Visits Movie

Director

2010
The Nutrient Express Movie

Director

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Personal Details

Known For Directing
Gender Male
Birthday August 31, 1942 (69 years old)
Died September 06, 2011
Place of Birth New York, New York
Years Active 1956 - 2024
Popularity 0.1
Career Stats
344 Total Credits
124 Movie Roles
1 Photos