Who directed Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’?

Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’ was directed by Joe Alves, David DeCoteau, Daniel Griffith.

Which studio made Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’?

Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’ was produced by Ballyhoo Motion Pictures.

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Q: What is the duration of Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’?

The duration of Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’ is 53 mins.

Q: What is the original language of Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’?

The original language of Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’ is English.

Documentary

Runtime

53 mins

Language

English

This documentary offers a fresh look at John Carpenter’s iconic 1981 film, ‘Escape From New York.’ Produced by Ballyhoo Motion Pictures, it features in-depth interviews with key figures involved in the film's creation, including writer Nick Castle, cinematographer Dean Cundey, composer Alan Howarth, and production designer Joe Alves. The retrospective also includes insights from special visual effects artist Gene Rizzardi, production assistant David De Coteau, photographer Kim Gottleib-Walker, Carpenter biographer John Muir, visual effects historian Justin Humphreys, and music historian Daniel Schweiger, providing a comprehensive examination of the film's production and lasting impact.

Ballyhoo Motion Pictures

Studio

Joe Alves

Director

David DeCoteau

Director

Daniel Griffith

Director

Does Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’ have end credit scenes?

No!

Purgatory: Entering John Carpenter’s ‘Escape From New York’ does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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Nick Castle

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Dean Cundey

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Kim Gottlieb

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Gene Rizzardi

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Alan Howarth

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Daniel Schweiger

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Justin Humphreys

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John Muir

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