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ED WOOD – Howard Shore

September 26, 2024 Leave a comment

THROWBACK THIRTY

Original Review by Jonathan Broxton

Edward D. Wood Jr. was an American filmmaker, actor, and writer, best known for his low-budget, unconventional films, often cited as some of the worst ever made. Despite lacking technical skill and often facing financial constraints, Wood had a passionate drive for filmmaking, and he eventually became known for two B-movies released in the 1950s: Glen or Glenda (1953), and Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959). Wood was also known for his eccentricities, including his love of angora and cross-dressing, which he incorporated into his films. Though ridiculed in his lifetime, he later gained a cult following and is now mostly celebrated for his unique, optimistic vision. Read more…

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