Gahan Wilson: Born Dead, Still Weird

Overview

Gahan Wilson: Born Dead, Still Weird is an insightful profile of the legendary cartoonist. For over fifty years, Gahan Wilson has been known for his ghoulish, twisted visions that combine horrific elements with comedy, as well as political and ecological cartoons. His cartoons have appeared in Playboy Magazine, The New Yorker, National Lampoon, The New York Times, Colliers, and Look. Wilson sees monsters and irony in ordinary, everyday situations and turns them into explosive cartoons. The documentary takes an intimate look at Wilson's bizarre and personal inspirations, the inner workings of the cartoon world, and how his quirky creations have profoundly affected legions of fans, including some surprising celebrities.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

October 11, 2013

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Director

Steven-Charles Jaffe

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt3225948