Optical Track is a weekly show presented by members of the Echo Park Film Center Co-op, a group of artists who collectively staff EPFC as volunteers for the cinematic revolution. Each week features a sonic slideshow as we turn off the projector bulbs and turn up the sound.

Every third Tuesday of the month, the EPFC slot is hosted by:
+ HOUR 1: Beaux Mingus
+ HOUR 2: DJ Wilvis

Joining DJ Wilvis in the second hour this month is Stephen B. Armstrong, who returns to share more insights into the making of “Rock ‘n’ Roll High School” in his book, “I Want You Around.” Join us for part two of our interview as we explore the film’s production history with cast and crew interviews, plus exclusive photos and lists. Don’t forget to check out part one on the May 21st episode of Optical Track available in the dublab archive.

Stephen B. Armstrong is a film historian and author of several books, including Paul Bartel: The Life and Films, Pictures about Extremes: The Films of John Frankenheimer, and Andrew V. McLaglen: The Life and Hollywood Career.