Topic: Who Loves Joe Dante? Some Correspondence with the Man
I have shown my love for Dante Commentary tracks in the past. But, I didn't expect a reply from him (or perhaps his PA) until this arrived.
Regardless, it's a nice update on his Commentary schedule for the future:
[This is my E-mail to Trailers from Hell]
Hey to all those in hell. I'm an intern who does overnite call, and I'll
> have you know, I routinely spend my downtime with the gurus watching
> trailers from hell. Just had a question that perhaps you could pass along
> to Mr. Dante:
> I've listened to all his film commentary tracks multiple times. i
> especially enjoyed his "War of the Worlds" ('57) track. I've heard Mr.
> Dante mention a track for "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" that he
> recorded but has never been released. Are there more tracks out there that
> are awaiting release and does he plan to do any future commentaries from
> his extensive ouevre? Thanks again TFHers
>
[The Reply]
I don't believe the Body Snatchers commentary will ever be released as the
movie has changed owners. Right now I'm concentrating on doing more TFH
commentaries, altho I am part of an upcoming Grand Theft Auto commentary
for Shout Factory. Thanx for asking.
So, sadly, no Snatchers commentary. However, it looks like Ron Howard's directorial debut will get the treatment. I believe Mr. Dante edited that film, like many Corman movies of that time.