Roger Corman changed film and then the world with silly B-movies
Roger Corman's vision for what film could be changed the course of the medium’s trajectory, and he did it all through being a purveyor of shlock, camp, and low-budget absurdity.
Arts Columnist
Derek McArthur is a film graduate who specialises in cinema and culture. He began at The Herald as a digital production journalist until moving on to the role of engagement editor. He currently writes a weekly arts column.
Derek McArthur is a film graduate who specialises in cinema and culture. He began at The Herald as a digital production journalist until moving on to the role of engagement editor. He currently writes a weekly arts column.
Roger Corman's vision for what film could be changed the course of the medium’s trajectory, and he did it all through being a purveyor of shlock, camp, and low-budget absurdity.
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