The Defector
Synopsis
A modern-day myth, "The Defector" follows Andrew Kravchenko's quest to understand his heroic but very complicated father and discover what led him to sacrifice family, friends, and the Communist Party he had dedicated his life to, for freedom in the U.S. It is also Andrew's attempt to grasp the personal and collective impact of his father's (Victor's) actions and to fulfill the legacy his father began but could not finish.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 1, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Jonathan Harris
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Wolansky
- Original Score
- Lisa Gerrard
- Original Title
- The Defector
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Jonathan Harris
Paul Wolansky
Lisa Gerrard
Victor Livingston
James Egan, Andrew Kravchenko
Department Leadership Roster
James Egan
Producer
Victor Livingston
Editor
Paul Wolansky
Writer
Mark Jonathan Harris
Director
Andrew Kravchenko
Producer
Lisa Gerrard
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Defector.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Defector
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Defector about?
A modern-day myth, "The Defector" follows Andrew Kravchenko's quest to understand his heroic but very complicated father and discover what led him to sacrifice family, friends, and the Communist Party he had dedicated his life to, for freedom in the U.S. It is also Andrew's attempt to grasp the personal and collective impact of his father's (Victor's) actions and to fulfill the legacy his father began but could not finish.
Who directed The Defector?
The Defector was directed by Mark Jonathan Harris.
Who stars in The Defector?
The principal cast of The Defector includes Liev Schreiber.
When was The Defector released and how long is it?
The Defector was released in 2008 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for The Defector?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Defector was composed by Lisa Gerrard.