For the Cause
“The ultimate showdown on a forbidden planet.”
Synopsis
Earth is in a state of constant war and two colonies of humans have been sent to a far away world. The colonists create a new civilization but have inherited the worst traits of their forebears and war breaks out leaving the new cities in ruins. It falls to a bunch of teens to bring peace to the colony - but will they?
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For the Cause (2000) Trailer.mpg
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-10-07
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 17, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Douglas, Tim Douglas
- Screenplay & Story
- David Douglas, Christopher Salazar
- Original Score
- Kevin Memley
- Original Title
- For the Cause
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Dimension Films, Grand Design Entertainment, Martien Holdings A.V.V., Nu Image
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Douglas, Tim Douglas
David Douglas, Christopher Salazar
Kevin Memley
Adolfo Bartoli
Irit Raz
Danny Dimbort, Boaz Davidson, Avi Lerner, Danny Lerner, Trevor Short
Department Leadership Roster
David Douglas
Director
Tim Douglas
Director
David Douglas
Writer
Boaz Davidson
Producer
Irit Raz
Editor
Adolfo Bartoli
Director of Photography
Carlos Silva Da Silva
Production Design
Sonya Despotova
Costume Design
Jannie Wienand
Stunt Coordinator
Christopher Salazar
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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BD Release: 1996-2000
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Frequently Asked Questions About For the Cause
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is For the Cause about?
Earth is in a state of constant war and two colonies of humans have been sent to a far away world. The colonists create a new civilization but have inherited the worst traits of their forebears and war breaks out leaving the new cities in ruins. It falls to a bunch of teens to bring peace to the colony - but will they?
Who directed For the Cause?
For the Cause was directed by David Douglas, Tim Douglas.
Who stars in For the Cause?
The principal cast of For the Cause includes Dean Cain, Thomas Ian Griffith, Justin Whalin, Jodi Bianca Wise, Trae Thomas.
When was For the Cause released and how long is it?
For the Cause was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for For the Cause?
The original motion picture soundtrack for For the Cause was composed by Kevin Memley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for For the Cause?
For the Cause holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).