Imagine being involved in some of the most famous movies and some of the most famous filmmakers of all time. Have you ever heard of Howard Kazanjian? He's a film producer whose career spans over 50 years, and he has collaborated with Hollywood legends such as Alfred Hitchcock, Billy Wilder, Sam Peckinpah, Steven Spielberg, and George Lucas. He worked on classics like The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Return of the Jedi. Kazanjian doesn't give a lot of interviews, so when he speaks, it makes sense to listen. He has a new memoir about his life, Howard Kazanjian: A Producer's Life, written by J.W Rinzler, which was just released on Sept. 21, and is in stores now. Check out this interview from The Writer Experience Podcast, and let's talk after the jump. I think when you're starting in Hollywood, it would be nice to have a mentor as kind, generous, and connected as Alfred Hitchcock! I loved hearing about his set dress code and the way he conducted himself. Those little nuggets are what make conversations like this special. Read More...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Thursday, 4 November, 2021