Marvel Studios
Phase One of the Michael Giacchino Cinematic Universe
A inspiration for future filmmakers
Flashing back to all these home movies creates a heart-warming juxtaposition when you see how Michael Giacchino is living out his childhood dream by directing “Werewolf by Night.” Specifically, this Marvel Comics title from his childhood, and the presence of practical monster effects (with an assist from digital VFX in post-production), brings together Giacchino’s love for both cinema and monsters. It’s truly an inspiration, and it made me reflect on the time that I spent making movies with friends in my small Midwestern town. And it’s especially funny to see some of the Marvel production’s crew members react to some of Michael’s early movies.
If that wasn’t enough to bring a smile to your face, the documentary ends with Anthony Giacchino arranging a reunion between Michael and a handful of his old school friends who used to make movies with them. Listening to these guys reminisce about making movies while walking the halls of their old Holy Cross school in New Jersey is enough to make anyone believe that they could be the next great filmmaker, whether it’s at Marvel Studios or anywhere else in Hollywood. Even if you didn’t spend your days making movies with your friends, you’ll probably find yourself reflecting on everything you did during your formative years.
