Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater (2013)
In 1985, former oil rig worker Richard Linklater began a film screening society in Austin, Texas, that aimed to show classic art-house and experimental films to a budding community of cinephiles. Eventually incorporating as a nonprofit, the newly branded Austin Film Society raised enough money to fly in their first out-of-town filmmaker: James Benning. Accepting the invitation, Benning met Linklater and the two began to develop a personal and intellectual bond, leading to many future encounters. Starting in the 1960s, Benning had been creating low budget films mostly on his own, while Linklater had just begun to craft his first shorts. The filmmakers have remained close even as their careers have diverged. After the cult success of Slacker, Linklater went on to make films with Hollywood support. Benning, meanwhile, has stayed close to his roots and is mainly an unknown figure in mainstream film culture.
Cast
- Richard Linklater - Self
- James Benning - Self
- Sandra Adair - Self
Screenplay
- Gabe Klinger (Screenplay)
- Eugenio Renzi (Screenplay)
Keywords
friendship, portrait
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater about?
- In 1985, former oil rig worker Richard Linklater began a film screening society in Austin, Texas, that aimed to show classic art-house and experimental films to a budding community of cinephiles. Eventually incorporating as a nonprofit, the newly branded Austin Film Society raised enough money to fly in their first out-of-town filmmaker: James Benning. Accepting the invitation, Benning met Linklater and the two began to develop a personal and intellectual bond, leading to many future encounters. Starting in the 1960s, Benning had been creating low budget films mostly on his own, while Linklater had just begun to craft his first shorts. The filmmakers have remained close even as their careers have diverged. After the cult success of Slacker, Linklater went on to make films with Hollywood support. Benning, meanwhile, has stayed close to his roots and is mainly an unknown figure in mainstream film culture.
- Who directed Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater?
- Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater was directed by Gabe Klinger.
- Who stars in Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater?
- Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater stars Richard Linklater, James Benning, Sandra Adair.
- How long is Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater?
- Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
- What genre is Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater?
- Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater is a Documentary film.
- Where was Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater produced?
- Double Play: James Benning and Richard Linklater was produced in France, Portugal, United States of America.