Roger Corman's Closet Picks

The legendary filmmaker talks about the brilliance of TARGETS, his memories of collaborating with a young Martin Scorsese, and his experiences as a story analyst at Twentieth Century-Fox and as a distributor of art-house classics like AMARCORD.

[scottsmith]

This guy gave so many directors their start like Francis Ford Coppola, Martin Scorsese, Peter bogdanovich, and Joe Dante

[sonnysumo]

Never thought I’d see the day. One of the most prolific yet underrapreciated figure in American film history.

[ely_oh]

The passing of B-Movie legend, Roger Corman, is heartbreaking in the truest sense of the word. His contribution to the world of independent cinema and launching the careers of many great directors and actors that we know of today will never be surpassed. Thank you for everything, Maestro Corman.

[matthewhuh]

R.I.P. to a true cinematic legend (1926-2024)

[reneramos]

I remember i saw him at the airport once and i went up to him " Mr. Corman i grew up watching your movies" and he replied " You must have had a bad childhood then" we both started laughing... he was so nice to me and I'll always remember that.

[RealHumanBeanU]

If you erased a single person from cinema, no one would leave as large of a hole as Roger Corman. A true legend. We are all blessed by his presence.

[catmeow]

Roger Corman, the man who could make a 1 million dollar movie for 10 bucks while retaining its soul and heart. A giant has passed. Rest well.

[therealkwin]

A true legend, who did nothing but create more legends everywhere he went. His willingness to give young filmmakers a chance in the 60s and 70s may have been the greatest gift anyone has ever given to cinema as a whole.

[MrDrawingboard]

Rest in Peace Roger Corman. You are probably the best example of what a great filmmaker should be: versatile, respectful, being adaptable, generosity, help others express their creativity, and always finding a way to work with what you got rather than demand a bigger budget.
Thank you for everything. We as film fans owe a great deal to you.

[watchoutforsnaks]

I love that he picked flims that he was associated with (besides War and Peace), so he could give a little anecdote about each one. Corman is definitely a legend, and I have a ton of respect for his impact on film as a whole, as well as giving talented directors a chance.

[asderc]

This man is 97 years old! Looking at him I think he will out live all of us.

[alexhartman]

It's a sad day. I remember the day this uploaded I thought, "Man, I'm so happy he's still with us". 😢 RIP you absolute legend.

[CineRanter]

The King of the B Movie. This was his last public appearance, I believe

[tmtmtg]

I never knew roger corman's movies or work like other people did. But its so obvious that he knew and loved to his core. Rest in Peace legend.

[AndulRazack]

Thank you Roger Corman for your legendary record of distribution and developing cinematic talent and for getting me into B-Movies. R.I.P

[JosephDickersonUX]

Give the man an honorary Oscar, Academy. He earned it.

[gregbors]

OMG the man, the myth, the legend. He has said he never made a movie that lost money and I fully believe that’s true

[KutWrite]

So touching to see this happy short starring the man who made such an impact on film in general and my love of it in specific.

RIP Mr. Corman!

[nikosvault]

Roger was about to turn 60 when Criterion released their first laserdisc (King Kong).

[irvingwashington]

Goodbye Mr Corman. This is great that we had you.