Robert Altman

Personal Info

Known For

Directing

Known Credits

0.8277

Gender

Male

Birthday

20-Feb-1925

Age

(101 years old)

Place of Birth

Kansas City, Missouri, USA

Also Known As
  • Robert B. Altman
  • Robert Bernard Altman
  • 로버트 알트만
  • 로버트 알트먼
  • رابرت آلتمن
  • 勞勃阿特曼

Robert Altman

Biography

Robert Bernard Altman (February 20, 1925 – November 20, 2006) was an American film director and screenwriter known for making films that are highly naturalistic, but with a stylized perspective. In 2006, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recognized his body of work with an Academy Honorary Award. His films "MASH" (1970), "McCabe & Mrs. Miller" (1971) and "Nashville" (1975) have been selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry.


Credits

Robert Altman in England Robert Altman in England (2002) Character: Himself
Robert Altman interviewed during the making of GOSFORD PARK (2001), as well as members of the cast and crew. Also, revealing behind the scenes footage and information about his career leading up to this feature.
Imagining Images Imagining Images (2003) Character: Self
A made for DVD extras documentary about the making of Robert Altman’s film Images.
Events Events (1970) Character: Bob
Sexuality without pretence gives the wallop to Events. A dramatic street story of young runaway flower-kids in the Greenwich Village of 1968, it raises ethical questions while the screen explodes with erotica.
Frank Capra's American Dream Frank Capra's American Dream (1997) Character: Self
A documentary looking at the life and career of film director Frank Capra. Hosted by Ron Howard.
Luck, Trust & Ketchup: Robert Altman in Carver Country Luck, Trust & Ketchup: Robert Altman in Carver Country (1993) Character: Self
A documentary insight behind the scenes of Roberts Altman's Short Cuts.
A Note of Triumph: The Golden Age of Norman Corwin A Note of Triumph: The Golden Age of Norman Corwin (2005) Character: N/A
On May 8th, 1945, writer, director Norman Corwin broadcast ON A NOTE OF TRIUMPH, an unforgettable homage to the end of war in Europe. This film shines a light on a lost work of genius, and examines it's haunting resonance to today's current events.
Twentieth Century Fox: The Blockbuster Years Twentieth Century Fox: The Blockbuster Years (2003) Character: Self
Behind-the-scenes footage, rare screen tests and insightful interviews highlight this engrossing two-hour look at one of Hollywood's greatest dream factories. Such film luminaries as Tom Hanks, William Friedkin, George Lucas, Oliver Stone and Robert Altman discuss their work at the studio. Clips include scenes from Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Patton, Young Frankenstein, Star Wars, Alien, Big, Home Alone, Die Hard and dozens more.
Cercando Sophia Cercando Sophia (2004) Character: Self
Looking for Sophia is a documentary about Loren's remarkable life and career, featuring rare newsreel footage, highlights from her films, and insights from her friends and colleagues.
Enlisted: The Story of 'M*A*S*H' Enlisted: The Story of 'M*A*S*H' (2000) Character: Self
A behind the scenes look at the making of the movie M*A*S*H. The documentary reveals all of the chaos, politics, and conflict that was going on behind the scenes during production of the movie through new interviews done with director Robert Altman as well as Richard Zanuck, who was head of production for 20th Century Fox at the time, and others.
The Kathryn Reed Story The Kathryn Reed Story (1965) Character: Himself
Robert Altman recounts the life of his wife Kathryn Reed, using the format of a documentary, with funny reenactments played by Reed's friends and family.
Hitchcock: Shadow of a Genius Hitchcock: Shadow of a Genius (1999) Character: Self
This documentary is a fascinating look at the cinematic genius of Alfred Hitchcock. Briefly covering much of his early British works, the film primarily focuses on his American classics, such as "Shadow of a Doubt", "Notorious", "Rear Window", "Vertigo", "Psycho" and "The Birds". The movie also covers his television years and neatly examines the Hitchcock signature touches, from his inevitable brief cameo to his famous MacGuffin.
Épreuves d'artistes Épreuves d'artistes (2004) Character: N/A
Documentary featuring footage from six decades of Cannes Film Festivals.
Rip Van Marlowe Rip Van Marlowe (2002) Character: Self
Interviews with Robert Altman and Elliott Gould about The Long Goodbye (1973)
Robert Altman's Players Robert Altman's Players (1992) Character: Self
Behind-the-scenes documentary about a fundraiser which was staged for Robert Altman's film "The Player" (1992).
Hollywood Mavericks Hollywood Mavericks (1990) Character: Self
A documentary focusing on seventeen maverick directors who were not afraid to break the rules of filmmaking to advance their art. Among the classic directors profiled are D.W. Griffith, Josef von Sternberg, Erich Von Stroheim, and Preston Sturges up until more current filmmakers like David Lynch, Robert Altman, and Martin Scorsese..
Robert Altman on 'Rashomon' Robert Altman on 'Rashomon' (2002) Character: Self
Interview with director Robert Altman about "Rashomon."
The Making of Gosford Park The Making of Gosford Park (2002) Character: Self
A behind-the-scenes look at the making of Robert Altman's 2001 film 'Gosford Park'. Cast and crew relate some of their experiences with making the film.
Made in the USA Made in the USA (1993) Character: Self
A Paul Joyce documentary on the American independent film scene.
Return to Sweethaven: A Look Back With Robin And The Altmans Return to Sweethaven: A Look Back With Robin And The Altmans (2020) Character: Self (archive footage)
A look at the making of Popeye(1980) featuring interviews with Robert Altman, Stephen Altman, and Robin Williams
Robert Altman and Garry Trudeau Robert Altman and Garry Trudeau (2004) Character: Self
Director Robert Altman and writer Garry Trudeau discuss their collaboration on Tanner ‘88 in a conversation recorded in June 2004.
What’s Happened Since ‘88 What’s Happened Since ‘88 (2004) Character: Self
A discussion of how the world has changed since Tanner ‘88.
The Politics of Docs The Politics of Docs (2004) Character: Self
A look at the subjects of Tanner ‘88 and Tanner on Tanner.
Why Tanner, Why Now? Why Tanner, Why Now? (2004) Character: Self
A look at the inspiration behind Tanner on Tanner.
Fact & Fiction Fact & Fiction (2004) Character: Self
A look at the blending of fact and fiction in Tanner ‘88 and Tanner on Tanner.
On the Set: Alex’s Loft On the Set: Alex’s Loft (2004) Character: Self
A behind the scenes look at the shooting of a scene for Tanner on Tanner.
On the Set: Loews Theater On the Set: Loews Theater (2004) Character: Self
A behind the scenes look at the shooting of a scene for Tanner on Tanner.
Altman on His Own Terms Altman on His Own Terms (2000) Character: Self
A look at the life and career of acclaimed independent filmmaker Robert Altman...on his own words. The genius director who shook the cinema industry with countless films examines some of his most important works, along with friends and regular collaborators.
From the Prairie to the Palace From the Prairie to the Palace (1976) Character: N/A
On-set making of documentary featuring rare footage of Altman and Paul Newman during the production of Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull’s History Lesson
The First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies The First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies (1995) Character: Self
Based on the first centenary of the largest exporter of films in the world, that is Hollywood, is the story told by its protagonists, actors and writers and other people who made life in this business, interspersing images of famous movies.
Robert Altman: Giggle And Give In Robert Altman: Giggle And Give In (1996) Character: Self
Paul Joyce’s documentary profile of Robert Altman, with contributions from Altman, Elliott Gould, Shelley Duvall, assistant director Alan Rudolph and screenwriter Joan Tewkesbury. Originally broadcast on July 17th 1996 in Channel Four’s Cinefile series.
Before the Nickelodeon: The Cinema of Edwin S. Porter Before the Nickelodeon: The Cinema of Edwin S. Porter (1982) Character: Reader - 'Jack And The Beanstalk' Promo (voice)
A documentary overview of the career of silent cinema pioneer Edwin S. Porter.
Easy Riders, Raging Bulls: How the Sex 'n' Drugs 'n' Rock 'n' Roll Generation Saved Hollywood Easy Riders, Raging Bulls: How the Sex 'n' Drugs 'n' Rock 'n' Roll Generation Saved Hollywood (2003) Character: Self
The chronicle of the mind-blowing journey that was Hollywood during the seventies; the true and gripping story of the last golden age of American cinema, an exalted celebration of creativity and experimentation; but also of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll: a turbulent and dark tale of ambition, envy, betrayal, hatred and self-destruction.
Endless Love Endless Love (1981) Character: Hotel Manager
As their romance unfolds, Jade and David's growing love for one another becomes the scorn of Jade's father. However, when Jade's grades begin to drop, her father forbids the young couple from seeing each other for 30 days. Driven insane with frustration and desire, David attempts to reverse the decision, with catastrophic results.
A Decade Under the Influence A Decade Under the Influence (2003) Character: Self
A documentary examining the decade of the 1970s as a turning point in American cinema. Some of today's best filmmakers interview the influential directors of that time.
Elio Petri... appunti su un autore Elio Petri... appunti su un autore (2005) Character: Self
A documentary on the director’s career, featuring interviews with friends, collaborators, and filmmakers.
Daedalus Daedalus (2024) Character: Sampled Interview (voice) (uncredited)
"Fly too high and you will burn, go too low and you won't breathe." A 7 day vlog during the summer of 2023, a story of dreamers and drowners.
The Long Goodbye The Long Goodbye (1973) Character: Ambulance Driver (uncredited)
In 1970s Hollywood, Detective Philip Marlowe tries to help a friend who is accused of murdering his wife.
The Secret Life of Walter Mitty The Secret Life of Walter Mitty (1947) Character: Man Drinking (uncredited)
Walter Mitty, a daydreaming writer with an overprotective mother, likes to imagine that he is a hero who experiences fantastic adventures. His dream becomes reality when he accidentally meets a mysterious woman who hands him a little black book. According to her, it contains the locations of the Dutch crown jewels hidden since World War II. Soon, Mitty finds himself in the middle of a confusing conspiracy, where he has difficulty differentiating between fact and fiction.
Breakdown: 1975 Breakdown: 1975 (2025) Character: Self - Director, M*A*S*H & Nashville (archive footage)
In 1975, as America faced social and political upheaval, filmmakers turned chaos into art.
What Is Cinema? What Is Cinema? (2013) Character: Self
Using the words and ideas of great filmmakers, from archival interviews with Alfred Hitchcock and Robert Bresson to new interviews with Mike Leigh, David Lynch, and Jonas Mekas, Oscar-winning filmmaker Chuck Workman shows what these filmmakers and others do that can't be expressed in words - but only in cinema.
Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession Z Channel: A Magnificent Obsession (2004) Character: Self
A documentary on the Z Channel, one of the first pay cable stations in the US, and its programming chief, Jerry Harvey. Debuting in 1974, the LA-based channel's eclectic slate of movies became a prime example of the untapped power of cable television.
Nothing Like a Dame Nothing Like a Dame (2018) Character: Self (archive footage)
BBC Arena's documentary on the Dames of British Theatre and film featuring Maggie Smith, Eileen Atkins, Judi Dench and Joan Plowright on screen together for the first time as they reminisce over a long summer weekend in a house Joan once shared with Sir Laurence Olivier.
Altman Altman (2014) Character: Self (archive footage)
Robert Altman's life and career contained multitudes. This father of American independent cinema left an indelible mark, not merely on the evolution of his art form, but also on the western zeitgeist. With its use of rare interviews, representative film clips, archival images, and musings from his family and most recognizable collaborators, Altman is a dynamic and heartfelt mediation on an artist whose expression, passion and appetite knew few bounds.



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