From the Drain
Synopsis
The film is centered on two men in a bathtub; it is implied that they are veterans of some past conflict. The first man is paranoid about the drain of the tub, the second indifferent to it. As the conversation between the two men progresses, a vine-like tendril emerges from the drain…
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 17, 2015
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Cronenberg
- Screenplay & Story
- David Cronenberg
- Original Title
- From the Drain
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Emergent Films Ltd.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Cronenberg
David Cronenberg
David Cronenberg
David Cronenberg
Mort Ritts
Department Leadership Roster
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Director of Photography
David Cronenberg
Director
David Cronenberg
Editor
Mort Ritts
Producer
David Cronenberg
Writer
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What is From the Drain about?
The film is centered on two men in a bathtub; it is implied that they are veterans of some past conflict. The first man is paranoid about the drain of the tub, the second indifferent to it. As the conversation between the two men progresses, a vine-like tendril emerges from the drain…
Who directed From the Drain?
From the Drain was directed by David Cronenberg.
Who stars in From the Drain?
The principal cast of From the Drain includes Mort Ritts, Stefan Nosko.
When was From the Drain released and how long is it?
From the Drain was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 13m.