Eccentrically outlandish or intoxicatingly ambitious? Many would agree with both statements after catching a glimpse into the unconventional world of the Artist and indie Hollywood B-movie director, Dennis Woodruff. If you live in LA, you've most likely seen his infamous self-promoting "billboard" Art Cars and Vans driving around the Sunset Strip and Hollywood. The grandson of S. H. Woodruff, who built the original Hollywood Land sign, Dennis Woodruff's name is synonymous with Hollywood. And rightly so, Dennis has written, directed, and acted in over 20 of his own films. Taking indie film-making to a whole new level, Woodruff plays all the roles of film-making; from acting to editing, to producing and marketing. One of his well-received films, "Obession: Letters to David Lynch," features him literally stalking Lynch on an obsessive quest to act in all of his movies. Through this journey, Dennis' hard work and perseverance has payed off, landing him several appearances in mainstream movies and television as well as catching the attention of cult icon, Lloyd Kauffman, who released a collection of Dennis' films through Troma Entertainment (of Toxic Avenger fame). A truly iconic "Hollyweird" figure and persona, Woodruff propagated a cult-following reaching far past the restraints of Hollywood, selling more than 10,000 of his movies worldwide. His unique take on artwork is viewed as outsider art but addresses fame from an insider's view. His drawings are collected by the likes of Paris Hilton, Nicolas Cage, Quentin Tarrentino, and Kirk Douglas. Dennis has become a beloved fixture in the Hollywood Landscape, recently even showing up at a Terry Richardson exhibit in his notorious Spaceman guise, to the delight of everyone present. Although it remains unknown what new trick he'll pull off next, one thing is for sure: Dennis Woodruff has stirred up Hollywood and stands as a unique individual that deserves well-earned support and
success, and will continue shaking the foundations of traditional filmmaking and art for years to come.
success, and will continue shaking the foundations of traditional filmmaking and art for years to come.