As we reported earlier in the year, artist (and Cinema Retro subscriber) Paul Jilbert has created a superb documentary that pays tribute to the masterful artist Robert McGinnis, who painted some of the most legendary movie posters and pop culture paperback covers of the 1960s and 1970s before largely concentrating on his current work relating to the American West. If you haven't seen his limited edition DVD, Robert McGinnis: Painting the Last Rose of Summer, which shows the artist at work, you don't know what you're missing. Here are some of the reviews:

The Robert McGinnis documentary has received rave reviews from professional artists and fans all over the world:

 From the 007 Magazine www.007magazine.co.uk  Editor and publisher Graham Rye writes: “Paul Jilbert has produced a relaxing 78-minute eye opening celebration of the work of one of America’s greatest living artists. This is one DVD that no lover of movie poster art or for that matter, art lover should be without. Remarkable work lovingly showcased.”

 Walter Pankiw of Canada writes: “Paul, I normally file away my art DVD’s after one screening, but I have already watched your masterpiece four times. Congrats on your fabulous documentary about a wonderfully super talented artist (yes a genius).”

Artist Mike Kupka writes: “I was watching your McGinnis DVD one afternoon and had to turn it off because I was so inspired to paint. It was unbelievable! All I wanted to do was get in my studio and work! Great job!”

British author and curator of the book “Kiss Kiss Kill Kill: The Spy Film in Europe 1964-1969” Richard Rhys Davies writes: “ Paul, I watched your film last night and really enjoyed it. McGinnis is a star and your insight into his technique was truly illuminating.”

McGinnis collector Gary Bryant writes: “ Mr. Jilbert I want to let you know how much I am enjoying the McGinnis DVD. Please let Mr. McGinnis know how much his fans appreciate his work and the chance to get know him better.”

 The McGinnis fans will also enjoy the outstanding retro music written for the film. Composer Steven Greaves wrote the original music for the “DANGEROUS BEAUTIES” segment (McGinnis femme fatale detective covers) and wrote the retro music for “THE ART OF HOLLYWOOD” segment which includes a fantastic musical  homage to the James Bond films of the 1960’s and of course McGinnis’s  Sean Connery Bond poster art. Check out Greaves website www.myspace.com/thesgsound  to hear his other cool retro music.

Unused poster design for Thunderball

Only 1000 McGinnis documentary DVD’S were produced and our West Coast distributor has already sold over 400 copies but you can order the DVD directly from the production company for only $28.00 just go to www.theillustratorstv.com  and relive those glorious days of great 1960’s movie poster art that Cinema Retro fans live for!