LARRY KARASZEWSKI’s Life at the Movies (ED WOOD, DOLEMITE IS MY NAME)
Summary
Host Grant Moniker interviews screenwriter Larry Karaszewski, who shares anecdotes from his film-obsessed childhood, including losing weight to see The Exorcist. He discusses his work with the American Cinematheque, focusing on championing obscure "orphan films" like Little Murders. Karaszewski also recounts his friendship with Mel Brooks and his early career as a teen film critic.
Topics discussed
Intro, theater rituals, and championing orphan films
70s childhood memories and the 'Larry Karaszewski Presents' series
Double Feature: Ali vs. Frazier and Alex in Wonderland
Meeting Daniel Waters on the TV show Beyond Our Control
Family Matinee: Henry Orient, Trouble with Angels, and Little Murders
Audience Award: Taking Off and friendship with Mel Brooks
Midnight Movie: The Exorcist soundtrack obsession and weight loss
College years, meeting Scott Alexander, and black exploitation films
Closing Night: Smog and secret screenings of 16mm shorts
Dream Screening: Marx Brothers and final festival lineup recap
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