A Wake
“Some people are better off dead.”
Synopsis
After the mysterious death of their infamous director, members of a formerly renowned theatre company reunite for his wake. The grieving widow welcomes the thespians to her country house, but the drama intensifies when old rivalries and jealousies erupt, exposing a myriad of secrets and lies.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Penelope Buitenhuis
- Screenplay & Story
- Penelope Buitenhuis, Krista Sutton
- Original Title
- A Wake
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- Breakthrough Entertainment, Penelope Films, Six Island Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Penelope Buitenhuis
Penelope Buitenhuis, Krista Sutton
François Dagenais
Department Leadership Roster
Penelope Buitenhuis
Director
François Dagenais
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Wake
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Wake about?
After the mysterious death of their infamous director, members of a formerly renowned theatre company reunite for his wake. The grieving widow welcomes the thespians to her country house, but the drama intensifies when old rivalries and jealousies erupt, exposing a myriad of secrets and lies.
Who directed A Wake?
A Wake was directed by Penelope Buitenhuis.
Who stars in A Wake?
The principal cast of A Wake includes Nicholas Campbell, Tara Nicodemo, Krista Sutton, Raoul Bhaneja, Sarain Boylan.
When was A Wake released and how long is it?
A Wake was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.