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The Alchemy of Art: David Mack
An intimate look at the visionary writer and artist of Kabuki and Daredevil
Genres
Documentary
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."
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Runtime
107 min
Release Date
2007-12-31
Status
Released
Original Language
English
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Cast
Meet the talented actors who bring the movie to life.
David Mack
Himself
Terry Moore
Himself
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