Chris Blum is a director known for his work on Big Time (1988), a film that embodies the raw energy of late 80s underground cinema. With a focus on unconventional storytelling, Blum's direction in Big Time showcases a distinctive approach to narrative and character development. His contributions to the cult film landscape highlight a commitment to pushing boundaries, making him a noteworthy figure in the realm of exploitation and grindhouse cinema.
Big Time
Combining performance footage of Tom Waits and his band with dramatic set pieces, this unique concert film showcases Waits' many talents. Waits plays a number of different characters in short vignettes, such as a ticket taker and a lighting operator. These scenes also incorporate Waits performing songs, which are taken mostly from his "Frank" albums. As the film moves across different areas of the theater, Waits also performs a series of monologues, demonstrating adept showmanship.
