Friends for Eternity: The Making of Miami Connection
Friends for Eternity: The Making of Miami Connection

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Friends for Eternity: The Making of Miami Connection

2012
Movie
19 min
English

The cast of the Miami Connection look back on the cult film 25 years later.

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IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes96%
Google Users95%
Director: Matthew T. JohnsonGenres: Documentary, Comedy

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the chaotic and surprisingly earnest creation of the 1987 cult classic film 'Miami Connection'. It explores the unlikely journey of a Tae Kwon Do master and his band of loyal students who decided to make their own martial arts action film. The film chronicles their experiences, from writing the script to performing their own stunts and composing original songs.

Critical Reception

The documentary has been praised for its affectionate and humorous look at the making of a famously 'so bad it's good' movie. Critics and audiences alike have lauded its sincerity and the genuine passion of the filmmakers involved, despite the film's inherent flaws. It's celebrated as a celebration of independent spirit and filmmaking dreams, no matter the outcome.

What Reviewers Say

  • Celebrates the earnest, albeit incompetent, filmmaking of 'Miami Connection'.

  • A charming and humorous look at a passion project gone wonderfully wrong.

  • Highlights the unique personalities and unwavering dedication of the cast and crew.

Google audience: Viewers overwhelmingly appreciate the documentary's fun and lighthearted tone, particularly enjoying the behind-the-scenes stories and the genuine passion of the original filmmakers. Many found it to be an inspiring and hilarious look at how a movie can become a cult hit through sheer determination.

Fun Fact

The director of 'Miami Connection', Y.K. Kim, was so dedicated to the film's message of fighting crime and promoting world peace that he funded much of the production himself and insisted on casting his Tae Kwon Do students.

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