Peter Biskind

The Leonard Lopate Show | May 10, 2010
Author Peter Biskind's new book Down and Dirty Pictures chronicles the rise of independent filmmakers and of the twin engines -- Sundance and Miramax -- that have powered them.

•Music: The Crying Game Soundtrack “The Crying Game”
Four Room Soundtrack composed and performed by Combustible Edison

•Events: Peter Biskind will be reading, taking questions from the audience, and signing books Tuesday, January 20 at 7:30 at the B&N at Astor Place

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