This Filthy World

"John Waters brings his unique world view to theatre audiences."

2006 1h 26m EN

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7.6

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★7.6TMDB · 48

DocumentaryComedy

Synopsis

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In this filmed version of cult film director John Waters' popular one-man show, the Pink Flamingos and A Dirty Shame director takes the stage to discuss everything from his early influences, fondest career memories, and notorious struggles against the MPAA rating system. Part endearing memoir and part hilarious lecture, This Filthy World touches on everything from the insanity of contemporary pop culture to the director's unforgettable early collaborations with inimitable Pink Flamingos star Divine.

“John Waters brings his unique world view to theatre audiences.”

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Cast

John Waters
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Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Jeff Garlin
Writers: John Waters
Languages: English
Countries: United States of America

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RUNTIME

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86 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.

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ERA

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Released 20 years ago.

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DIRECTOR

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Directed by Jeff Garlin, shot by Daniel Shulman. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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DIRECTOR

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Original score by Jared Gutstadt. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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DIRECTOR

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Editor Jared Gutstadt shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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FACT

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Marketing tagline: "John Waters brings his unique world view to theatre audiences.".

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WILD

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IMDB entry: tt0844761 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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WILD

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Only 48 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.

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The take

Jeff Garlin directs. Daniel Shulman behind the camera. Jared Gutstadt scores. Jared Gutstadt cuts. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in United States of America. Dialogue in English.

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186 minutes exactly — the "classic feature" runtime most directors aim for.
2Released 20 years ago.
3Directed by Jeff Garlin, shot by Daniel Shulman. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
4Original score by Jared Gutstadt. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
5Editor Jared Gutstadt shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
6Marketing tagline: "John Waters brings his unique world view to theatre audiences.".
7IMDB entry: tt0844761 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
8Only 48 TMDB ratings — you're getting ahead of the curve on this one.