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2004 Certificate 18
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In the 1980s, ‘Z Channel’ was a trailblazing TV station that reached an obsessive audience who were ravenous for movie experiences beyond the limitations of mainstream cinema. ‘Z Channel’, known simply as ‘Z’ to its fans, gave a home to previously neglected indie, classic and arthouse movies, as well as providing a platform for .. Read more

Starring Robert Altman, Vera Anderson, C.L. Batten, Jacqueline Bisset
Director Alexandra Cassavetes
Genres Documentary

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Z Channel - A Magnificent Obsession

In the 1980s, ‘Z Channel’ was a trailblazing TV station that reached an obsessive audience who were ravenous for movie experiences beyond the limitations of mainstream cinema. ‘Z Channel’, known simply as ‘Z’ to its fans, gave a home to previously neglected indie, classic and arthouse movies, as well as providing a platform for unseen directors cuts and uniquely themed on-air film festivals.

Xan Cassavetes’ compelling and poignant documentary celebrates the historic influence of ‘Z’ and chronicles the brilliant but troubled life of Jerry Harvey, the visionary programmer behind ‘Z’ and friend and champion to now legendary filmmakers and works.

Starring Robert Altman, Vera Anderson, C.L. Batten, Jacqueline Bisset, Charles Champlin
Director Alexandra Cassavetes
Run time DVD: 2 hrs
Certificate Certificate 18
Genres Documentary
Language DVD: English
Released Production year: 2004

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    • Z Channel - A Magnificent Obsession
      In the 1980s, ‘Z Channel’ was a trailblazing TV station that reached an obsessive audience who were ravenous for movie experiences beyond the limitations of mainstream cinema. ‘Z Channel’, known simply as ‘Z’ to its fans, gave a home to previously neglected indie, classic and arthouse movies, as ...