Jon is a longstanding fan of Ken's work (Alien Blood shows this) but he only met Ken in the last few years. I don't think he has composed for Ken.
He has worked on a number of major films, but the roles were uncredited. Internet movie database lists Alien (visual effects miniatures), Time Bandits (visual effects camera), The Empire Strikes Back (assistant camera) and others.
Let me know what you think of Alien Blood when you get it.
Iain
Hi Iain,
I just recently watched "Alien Blood." I thought it was great. Jon definitely didn't let his limited budget prevent him from making a very bizare, but also extremely entertaining film. Of all of Ken Russell's films, "Alien Blood" reminded me of "The Lair of the White Worm" the most -- the beautiful interiors of the castle, vampires in a modern setting, unconventional action heroes, and camp humor played strait. When Dracula bites his tongue, I couldn't stop laughing even though at the same time I felt sorry for him. The action scenes were really unique in the way they were directed, so unique that I have no idea how to describe them. It is extremely rare to see a film that is just a little bit unusual nowadays, so it is always a treat to see something that is different, and "Alien Blood" is definitely different. That is probably the main reason that I love Ken Russell is that his films are different. I hope Jon makes another film.