The Problem of the Hero
“"Not every friendship can survive the artistic process."”
Synopsis
In 1940, author Richard Wright turns to Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paul Green to help adapt his best-selling book, Native Son, into a Broadway play. Days from opening night, they differ over a single page of the script.
Top Cast
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J. Mardrice Henderson
Richard Wright
David zum Brunnen
Paul Green
Derrick Ivey
Ray Collins
Brandon Haynes
Canada Lee/Bigger Thomas
J. Antoine Hendrick
Young Richard Wright
Dena Konkel
Janet Green
Josephine Hall
Nell Harrison
Charlie Cannon
Orson Welles
Lex Wilson
Walter Ash
Alexa Yeames
Jean Rosenthal
Annie McElroy
Anne Burr
Calliope George
Ellen Wright
Samantha Larkin
Ouida Campbell
Kimberly Avery
Ensemble
Kareem L. Alston
Ensemble
Rocio Anderson
Ensemble
Fabrizio Anderson-Falconi
Ensemble
Toochukwu T.C. Anyachonkeya
Ensemble
Release History & Theatrical Window
Santa Fe Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$200K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shaun Dozier
- Screenplay & Story
- Ian L. Finley, James A. Hodge
- Original Score
- Fred Story, Lenora Zenzalai Helm
- Original Title
- The Problem of the Hero
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Budget
- $200K
- Production Studios
- EbzB Productions, AyJ Productions, Gravel Productions, ARRI Film & TV Services, Carolina Custom Video, Eastern Costume, Magick Lantern, Moonshine Post Productions, Storyline Music + Mix
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shaun Dozier
Ian L. Finley, James A. Hodge
Fred Story, Lenora Zenzalai Helm
Steve Milligan
Serena Ebhardt, David zum Brunnen, Ayana Johnson, Matthew Helderman, Luke Taylor
Department Leadership Roster
Shaun Dozier
Director
Steve Milligan
Director of Photography
Lenora Zenzalai Helm
Original Music Composer
Ian L. Finley
Screenplay
James A. Hodge
Screenplay
Kendra Archer
Production Design
Ayana Johnson
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Problem of the Hero
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Problem of the Hero about?
In 1940, author Richard Wright turns to Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paul Green to help adapt his best-selling book, Native Son, into a Broadway play. Days from opening night, they differ over a single page of the script.
Who directed The Problem of the Hero?
The Problem of the Hero was directed by Shaun Dozier.
Who stars in The Problem of the Hero?
The principal cast of The Problem of the Hero includes J. Mardrice Henderson, David zum Brunnen, Derrick Ivey, Brandon Haynes, J. Antoine Hendrick.
When was The Problem of the Hero released and how long is it?
The Problem of the Hero was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for The Problem of the Hero?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Problem of the Hero was composed by Fred Story, Lenora Zenzalai Helm.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Problem of the Hero?
The Problem of the Hero holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.).