Fanalysis (2002) Reviews

• Bruce Campbell delivers an excellent documentary

  ab-22002-07-19

  Bruce Campbell, a multi-talented actor makes his documentary debut and just like Bruce always does, he succeddes. This is one of the best documentaries I have ever seen. I think its safe to say that it is my favorite documentary of all time. Just like the title says Bruce tells us his opinion on fans, as well as other people about fandom etc. See this and you will not be disappointed. 10/10

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• Excellent short documentary

  ametaphysicalshark2007-08-09

  Bruce Campbell's directorial debut outside of television, this excellent documentary "Fanalysis" takes a look at the wide spectrum of fandom and the world of conventions. Bruce Campbell doesn't patronize his fans and shows a deep appreciation for them through his commentary on this film, though he does warn of extremes. This is not strictly a look at Deadites so some might be disappointed in that regard as it instead chooses to be relatively objective and show fans of several other shows/movies. Ultimately this is short, sweet, memorable, and stylish as well. It is not phenomenal, but it is most certainly very good. 8/10

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• Short but Sweet Commentary on SciFi/Fantasy Fandom

  jaxonian2001-07-16

  Mr. Bruce Campbell's documentary is both a voyeuristic peek at the wide spectrum of the fandoms of Science Fiction & Fantasy media and a commentary of the importance of the fan/artist relationship. We see behavior at conventions, there are interviews with actors (Ted Raimi)and theatre owners and the fans themselves. There are the extreme fans who go to any length to look and act like their favorite characters. There are the mild mannered ones who just go and collect memorabilia. Mr. Campbell explains the necessity of the fans, at the same time expresses a desire to keep the relationship "balanced", not too close, but not distanced. Mr. Campbell is an accomplished actor and author. His love and concern for his fans show through in this brief glimpse of his reality. A real treat for anyone who recognizes himself or a family member in this commentary-or just wants to see Bruce in action!

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• Bruce Campbell is always watchable

  movieman_kev2005-05-11

  This 26 minute short by Bruce Campbell on his thought of fandom is a bit insubstantial, a tad fluffy. But it's also funny at moments, while sad at others (why a gay men would ever confess his love to a heterosexual one is beyond me) It also provides interviews with some of the more fanatic fans. As well as interviews with Director Ted Ramimi and professional fat jackass Harry Knowles. The former is cool, the latter.. well I hate Knowles so I really didn't care for his segments. Doesn't ever reach the heights of "Trekkies", but for the most part it's entertaining, primarily because of Bruce Campbell himself. My Grade: B

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• Fanalysis

  jboothmillard2007-09-01

  This short documentary directed by and starring Bruce Campbell is part of the special features available on The Evil Dead (since that's his best known film role, besides cameos in Spider-Man). He basically wanted to get opinions from some celebrities, public and the people he is finding out about themselves, fanatics. The documentary sees what makes a fan/fanatic in terms of their obsessions, habits, dress sense and ultimate love for mostly American films and television programmes, e.g. Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, Star Trek and Xena: Warrior Princess. The fanatics that feature and are mentioned can be over-the-top and real freaks, but then again I suppose I am one, because I love to watch many films, and I have a big DVD collection, but I'm certainly not dressing like Darth Maul or changing my name. The film also sees Campbell himself target to fans at a special evening showing The Evil Dead, autograph signing, photos and judging ridiculous costumes. With contributions from Ted Raimi (Evil Dead director Sam's brother) and ginger, idiotic and geeky critic Harry Jay Knowles. Very good!

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