Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate
Synopsis
Michael Cimino's "Heaven's Gate" stands as one of the most influential and important films of all time; one that changed the movie industry in ways nobody ever expected. "Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate" is a captivating, cutting, and thorough look at the long production and crushing failure of the epic film that destroyed a great motion picture studio.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 8, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Epstein
- Screenplay & Story
- Steven Bach, Michael Epstein
- Original Score
- Joel Goodman
- Original Title
- Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 18m
- Production Studios
- Specialty Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Epstein
Steven Bach, Michael Epstein
Joel Goodman
Michael Chin
Penny Hays
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Epstein
Director
Joel Goodman
Original Music Composer
Michael Chin
Director of Photography
Steven Bach
Writer
Penny Hays
Editor
Michael Epstein
Writer
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Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate about?
Michael Cimino's "Heaven's Gate" stands as one of the most influential and important films of all time; one that changed the movie industry in ways nobody ever expected. "Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate" is a captivating, cutting, and thorough look at the long production and crushing failure of the epic film that destroyed a great motion picture studio.
Who directed Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate?
Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate was directed by Michael Epstein.
Who stars in Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate?
The principal cast of Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate includes Kris Kristofferson, Jeff Bridges, Brad Dourif, Vilmos Zsigmond, Willem Dafoe.
When was Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate released and how long is it?
Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Final Cut: The Making and Unmaking of Heaven's Gate was composed by Joel Goodman.