Kevin Burns

This documentary chronicles the making of the original Star Wars trilogy from start to finish... (imdb)

Hosted by Robert Culp, this two-hour program combines film clips, behind the scenes footage, and recent interviews to create a look at the troubled 1958-1963 production. The interviews include a few surviving (at the time) actors such as Hume Cronyn and Martin Landau, plus 1995 bits from Roddy McDowall. (imdb)

Writer-director Kevin Burns takes a closer look at the familiar faces of character actors we all recognize but might not be able to name -- the lesser-known stars who take a backseat to the leads but know the art of stealing a scene. Interviews feature candid comments from the likes of Joan Cusack (Working Girl), Stephen Tobolowsky (Groundhog Day), Luis Guzman (Boogie Nights), John C. McGinley ("Scrubs") and Jane Lynch (Best in Show). (Netflix)

The story behind the making of the 5 "Planet of the Apes" movies. (imdb)

This documentary showcases the great movie studio's celebration of its golden anniversary with a retrospective of its best screen moments. Most of the documentary is a whirlwind tour through the studio and the achievements of its creator Darryl F. Zanuck. There is a montage of classic film clips from over 120 films, revealing interviews, archival footage, and outtakes. (nytimes.com)

Film-makers and academics discuss the use of mythology in Star Wars and the impact of the films on society. (imdb)

The story of Superman is told through archival footage, as well as interviews with many of the actors, directors, and producers involved with the Superman media over the years. (en.wikipedia.org)

Documentary about the way sex was and is deliberately used in cinema to influence and manipulate human behaviour and development.

An hour of gargantuan gorillas, deadly dinosaurs, one-eyed giants & colossal beasts! (imdb)

An overview of the career of producer/director Irwin Allen, using footage from his films and interviews with those who worked with and for him.