Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location (1971)
A behind the scenes look at the filming of the movie Shaft (1971). The movie's director, Gordon Parks is seen directing a couple of fight scenes which he wants to get in as few takes as possible due to the set-up time and the danger involved in the stunt work. He is also seen speaking to the composer of the film score, 'Isaac Hayes', about the overlaying of the music over one of those fight scenes, and what he wants musically for another scene involving the lead character, John Shaft, moving through Times Square. The latter would eventually become the movie's iconic theme music. Being a frenetically paced action movie, he also works closely with the film's editor, Hugh A. Robertson.
Director: Hugh A. Robertson
Runtime: 11 min
Release Date: June 2, 1971
Cast
- Richard Roundtree - Self
- Gordon Parks - Self
- Isaac Hayes - Self
- Hugh A. Robertson - Self
- Paul L. Evans - Self
Editing: Paul L. Evans
Production: Byron Production
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Hugh A. Robertson
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location about?
- A behind the scenes look at the filming of the movie Shaft (1971). The movie's director, Gordon Parks is seen directing a couple of fight scenes which he wants to get in as few takes as possible due to the set-up time and the danger involved in the stunt work. He is also seen speaking to the composer of the film score, 'Isaac Hayes', about the overlaying of the music over one of those fight scenes, and what he wants musically for another scene involving the lead character, John Shaft, moving through Times Square. The latter would eventually become the movie's iconic theme music. Being a frenetically paced action movie, he also works closely with the film's editor, Hugh A. Robertson.
- Who directed Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location?
- Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location was directed by Hugh A. Robertson.
- Who stars in Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location?
- Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location stars Richard Roundtree, Gordon Parks, Isaac Hayes, Hugh A. Robertson, Paul L. Evans.
- How long is Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location?
- Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
- Where was Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location produced?
- Soul in Cinema: Filming 'Shaft' on Location was produced in United States of America.