This is a film which people seem to either love or hate, the same as it's subject wannabe-film-maker Mark Borchardt. The film follows Mark as he attempts to make his first feature film (called "Northwestern") and complete a short horror film called "Coven". He makes films with his friends and family using any equipment and money that he managed to get his hands on, in particular from his elderly Uncle Bill.
The thing about Mark is that he is certain that he is one of the great film-makers of our time. He is also certain that he will be successful. However, the chances are that he won't be. This is what makes the film moving. The thing is that, judging by the clips from "Coven", the man is not without talent. He certainly has a good eye, and could probably make a career in film-making, if he gets the chance. He certainly appears genuine in his desire for success.
there are some hilarious scenes though, for example, where they are trying to get an actor's head to come through a cupboard door. Also Mark's friend, Mike Schank, is hilarious.
The thing about Mark is that he is certain that he is one of the great film-makers of our time. He is also certain that he will be successful. However, the chances are that he won't be. This is what makes the film moving. The thing is that, judging by the clips from "Coven", the man is not without talent. He certainly has a good eye, and could probably make a career in film-making, if he gets the chance. He certainly appears genuine in his desire for success.
there are some hilarious scenes though, for example, where they are trying to get an actor's head to come through a cupboard door. Also Mark's friend, Mike Schank, is hilarious.