The Go-Go Boys: The Inside Story of Cannon Films

This documentary delves into the rise and fall of Cannon Films, a company notorious for its prolific output of low-budget, often schlocky action, horror, and exploitation films. It explores the ambitions and excesses of Israeli cousins Menahem Golan and Yoram Globus, who aimed for Hollywood legitimacy while churning out a vast catalogue of B-movies. The film features interviews with many of the actors, directors, and producers who worked under the Cannon banner.

The documentary was generally well-received by critics and audiences, particularly those with an interest in cult cinema and the history of the film industry. It's praised for its comprehensive look at a unique and often scandalous chapter in Hollywood history, filled with colorful personalities and outrageous filmmaking decisions.

• A fascinating and entertaining look at a truly unique period in film history.

• Effectively captures the chaotic energy and audacious ambition of Cannon Films.

• Features insightful interviews that reveal the inner workings of a B-movie empire.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the documentary's nostalgic appeal and its thorough exploration of a filmmaking era that produced many beloved cult classics.

Director Mark Hartley previously made 'Not Quite Hollywood: The Untold Story of Australian, 70s Cinema' and 'Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films', continuing his exploration of cult film history.