A lot of those people like Coppola, Scorcese and James Cameron went on to become great filmmakers. Actors like Robert Deniro, Bruce Dern, Talia Shire and Jack Nicholson also got their start in Corman films.
"Always Smoggy" is a great forum for people starting out in the business to hone their raw talent. It's a place for them to come and gain experience and confidence in their approach.
ACT. WRITE. NETWORK. CREATE.