Smash His Camera


1h 30m 2010

Brief Synopsis

Features the original American paparazzo, Ron Galella. Dogged in his quest to photograph celebrities in unguarded moments, Galella defines his passion for his work by the ups and downs of his career, documenting the parade of stars at a thriving Studio 54, having the dubious honor of being sued by J

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2010

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

Synopsis

Features the original American paparazzo, Ron Galella. Dogged in his quest to photograph celebrities in unguarded moments, Galella defines his passion for his work by the ups and downs of his career, documenting the parade of stars at a thriving Studio 54, having the dubious honor of being sued by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and having his jaw broken by Marlon Brando.

Film Details

MPAA Rating
Genre
Documentary
Release Date
2010

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 30m

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Miscellaneous Notes

Winner of the U.S. Documentary Directing Award at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival.

Aired in United States January 2010

Aired in United States June 7, 2010

Aired in United States Summer July 30, 2010

Shown at Sundance Film Festival (U.S. Documentary Competition) January 21-31, 2010.

Originally in development as a feature.

Aired in USA on HBO June 7, 2010.

Scheduled to be released in New York City July 30, 2010.