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The Alchemy of Art: David Mack

Dec 31, 2007

1h 47m

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An intimate look at the visionary writer and artist of Kabuki and Daredevil

Overview

This is an in-depth look at the writer and artist David Mack, who Entertainment Weekly designates "One of the true geniuses of the medium."

Genres

Documentary

Production Companies

Hero Video Productions

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Himself

David Mack

Himself

Terry Moore

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6.6

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Jun 14, 1989

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7.5

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6.0

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6.2

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7.5

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