Gary Leva

Total Credits at Criticker: 20 (Director), 7 (Writer)
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The Maltese Falcon: One Magnificent Bird (2006) - Direct-to-Video
An appreciation and the story of the "making of" THE MALTESE FALCON. (imdb)
Lost Kubrick: The Unfinished Films of Stanley Kubrick (2007) - Direct-to-Video
A short documentary about Stanley Kubrick's planned ideas for future projects, of which never had the chance to be involved with due to his untimely death.
The Visions of Stanley Kubrick (2007) - Direct-to-Video
A concise look at some of the more bizarre visual aspects of The Shining. Through interviews with collaborators, current filmmakers and authors, we'll examine how Kubrick used his unique brand of visual storytelling to convey madness, evil, and the power of the supernatural without relying on dialog or conventional exposition. As much as any film he ever made, The Shining illustrates Kubrick's talent for using the language of pure cinema to tell his stories. (imdb)
Standing on the Shoulders of Kubrick: The Legacy of 2001 (2007) - Direct-to-Video
Stanley Kubrick's groundbreaking 2001: A Space Odyssey opened the door to all the films and filmmakers who followed it. Through interviews with directors such as George Lucas, Steven Spielberg and Sydney Pollack - as well as special effects professionals and cultural historians - this documentary examines the legacy of Kubrick's masterpiece and its influence on science fiction films, special effects and world cinema. (imdb)
Film Noir: Bringing Darkness to Light (2006) - Direct-to-Video
Film Noir burrows into the mind; it's disorienting, intriguing and enthralling. Noir brings us into a gritty underworld of lush morbidity, providing intimate peeks at its tough, scheming dames, mischievous misfits and flawed men - all caught in the wicked web of a twisted fate. (imdb)
Super Heroes United!: The Complete Justice League History (2008) - Direct-to-Video
The full story behind DC Comics most legendary team of crimefighters, The Justice League of America.
Ben-Hur: The Epic That Changed Cinema (2005) - Direct-to-Video
Current filmmakers such as Ridley Scott and George Lucas reflect on the importance and influence of the Film. (imdb)
A look at the careers of famous San Francisco Bay Area filmmakers, specifically those of Francis Ford Coppola, Clint Eastwood, and George Lucas.
An almost half hour examination into the making of the film with new interviews from Redford, Hoffman, Woodward and Bernstein, along with other key players. All of the historical players share their thoughts on the actors and vice versa, while everyone shares their thoughts on the events. The production aspects of the film, notably Goldman's thoughts on the script and Willis' thoughts on the cinematography are included. (dvdverdict.com)
The Master's Touch: Hitchcock's Signature Style (2009) - Direct-to-Video
One hour documentary about main characteristics and elements about Hitchcock's cinema focussing in Warner movies: Strangers on a Train, North by Northwest, Suspicion, I Confess, The Wrong Man, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, Dial M for Murder.
Vision of a Future Passed: The Prophecy of 2001 (2007) - Direct-to-Video
In 2001: A Space Odyssey, Stanley Kubrick showed us what the future might look like. How true was his vision? This documentary employs interviews with filmmakers, screenwriters and authors - including Arthur C. Clarke - to delve deep into the heart of the film's imagined future and determine the extent to which Kubrick and Clarke's vision predicted a world of fantasy - or today's reality. (imdb)
Great Bolshy Yarblockos! Making 'A Clockwork Orange' (2007) - Direct-to-Video
In this documentary, we follow Kubrick as he creates one of the most controversial films of all time, one that retains its power to shock audiences, even after 35 years. At the time of its release, A it created a firestorm of controversy. Through interviews with collaborators, filmmakers, screenwriters and authors, we come to appreciate Kubrick as an artist unafraid to take risks and court controversy, committed unwaveringly to his single-minded goal: the highest artistic quality of his films. (imdb)
View from the Overlook: Crafting 'The Shining' (2007) - Direct-to-Video
In 1966, Kubrick mused to a friend about his desire to make "the world's scariest movie." In 1980, he did it. This is the story behind the making of Kubrick's rich tale of psychological horror and supernatural evil. It also explores why the film stands the test of time, counting among its admirers Steven Spielberg, who professes to having watched it at least two dozen times. Through interviews with current filmmakers, we examine why The Shining continues to dazzle and terrify audiences. (imdb)
Full Metal Jacket: Between Good and Evil (2007) - Direct-to-Video
This documentary interviews with Kubrick's collaborators and cast members and reveals how Kubrick's brilliant visual sense, astute knowledge of human nature, and unique perspective on the duality of man came together to make Full Metal Jacket an unforgettable cinematic experience. (imdb)
Gone With The Wind: The Legend Lives On (2009) - Direct-to-Video
This featurette discusses why the film is still so important. Also discusses "Windies", the GWTW fan club. New for the 70th anniversary release.
A Legacy of Filmmakers: The Early Years of American Zoetrope (2004) - Direct-to-Video
The story about the beginnings of Francis Ford Coppola's production company American Zoetrope and it's try to change the Hollywood system.
Turning Like Clockwork (2011) - Direct-to-Video
An absorbing look back at the cultural impact and lasting influence of Stanley Kubrick's uncompromising masterpiece, featuring interviews with Malcolm McDowell, Christiane Kubrick, Oliver Stone, Paul Greengrass, Sir Christopher Frayling and many others. (imdb)
Malcolm McDowell Looks Back (2011) - Direct-to-Video
Malcolm McDowell reflects on his experience working with legendary director Stanley Kubrick on one of the seminal films of the 1970s. (imdb)
Casablanca: An Unlikely Classic (2012) - Direct-to-Video
The behind the scenes story of how "Casablanca" became an American film classic.
By Any Means Necessary: The Making of 'Malcolm X' (2005) - Direct-to-Video
This documentary is featured on the "Two-Disc Special Edition" for MALCOLM X (1992), released in 2005. (imdb)