Archive · 21 Sep 2025
Gregg Araki Discusses Filmmaking in Modern Times
Gregg Araki, a filmmaker from the 80s and 90s, talks about how much easier it is to make movies now.
He says technology like iPhones and computers has made it simpler to film.
However, he thinks it's harder to be an artist because of a lot of content online and the state of the world.
He feels lucky to have come up in the punk rock and indie film era.
Araki's movies, like 'Mysterious Skin', are still loved by fans.
These movies are unique and speak to a specific group of people.
Gregg Araki reflects on filmmaking in the modern era.
He notes technology has made movie-making easier.
Araki believes it's challenging to be an artist today.
He is optimistic for young artists.
Araki's films maintain a cult following.
- Who
- Gregg Araki, filmmaker.
- What
- Discussed modern filmmaking.
- When
- Ahead of a screening at the Academy Museum.
- Where
- Academy Museum.
- Why
- To reflect on the ease of movie making and the challenges artists face.
- Subject
- Filmmaker Gregg Araki
- Event
- Academy Museum screening of Mysterious Skin
- Key Topics
- Modern filmmaking, artistic challenges
- Araki's Generation
- Punk rock and indie film era