The Sci-Fi Boys (2006)

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Prepare to find out just how much influence Famous Monsters Magazine really had on contemporary sci-fi cinema as filmmaker Paul Davids presents a playful look at how yesterday's fanboys became today's blockbuster directors. Comprised of testimonies by such genre-oriented Hollywood heavies as Stephen… More Prepare to find out just how much influence Famous Monsters Magazine really had on contemporary sci-fi cinema as filmmaker Paul Davids presents a playful look at how yesterday's fanboys became today's blockbuster directors. Comprised of testimonies by such genre-oriented Hollywood heavies as Stephen Sommers, Peter Jackson, and John Landis, The Sci-Fi Boys is a true testament to the power of the imagination. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 1 hr. 20 min.
Directed By: Paul Davids
Written By: Paul Davids
Genres: Documentary, Science Fiction & Fantasy, Special Interest

In Theaters: Apr 27, 2006 Wide
On DVD: Aug 1, 2006

Critic Reviews

Christopher Campbell, Cinematical
Doesn't work as even a broad look at sci-fi film history ... nor does it work completely as a tribute to [Forrest] Ackerman thanks to all the additional figures represented.
Scott Weinberg, DVDTalk.com
Short and sweet and packed with a real affection for classic sci-fi movie-makers, The Sci-Fi Boys should be a treat to anyone who adores the genre.

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Randy T

A touching tribute to some of the greats of the Sci-Fi film genre like Forrest Ackerman, Roger Corman, Ray Harryhausen and George Pal.
A.D. V

Rest In Peace Forrest J Ackerman.