Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying
Synopsis
Don’t Let the Sun Catch You Crying is a short meditation on love, grief, and imagination. The hand-drawn animated documentary was created through a collaboration between mother, elder and narrator Edith Almadi and filmmakers Natalie Baird and Toby Gillies. This poetic piece celebrates life and the transformative ability of art to elevate and transcend us. Through vivid drawings and Edith’s simple yet magical words, the film explores our enduring bond with loved ones who have passed. In honouring her son’s life within the cosmos, Edith’s artworks embody colours, shapes and metaphors that remind us of the timeless power of love, gravity, and grace until our final breaths.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Don't let the sun catch you cryingOfficial
Type: Featurette • Published 2024-05-27
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Release History & Theatrical Window
Sommets du cinéma d'animation, Montréal, Canada (2024)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Natalie Baird, Toby Gillies
- Original Score
- Gilad Carroll, Andy Rudolph, Sam Sarty
- Original Title
- Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Natalie Baird, Toby Gillies
Gilad Carroll, Andy Rudolph, Sam Sarty
Natalie Baird, Toby Gillies, Oana Suteu Khinitirian
Alicia Smith, David Christensen
Department Leadership Roster
Natalie Baird
Director
Toby Gillies
Director
Alicia Smith
Producer
Natalie Baird
Editor
Toby Gillies
Editor
Oana Suteu Khinitirian
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying.
Similar Titles to Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
10.0
8.5
8.0
7.0
7.5
8.0
5.9
More Like Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying about?
Don’t Let the Sun Catch You Crying is a short meditation on love, grief, and imagination. The hand-drawn animated documentary was created through a collaboration between mother, elder and narrator Edith Almadi and filmmakers Natalie Baird and Toby Gillies. This poetic piece celebrates life and the transformative ability of art to elevate and transcend us. Through vivid drawings and Edith’s simple yet magical words, the film explores our enduring bond with loved ones who have passed. In honouring her son’s life within the cosmos, Edith’s artworks embody colours, shapes and metaphors that remind us of the timeless power of love, gravity, and grace until our final breaths.
Who directed Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying?
Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying was directed by Natalie Baird, Toby Gillies.
Who stars in Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying?
The principal cast of Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying includes Edith Almadi.
When was Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying released and how long is it?
Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Don't Let the Sun Catch You Crying was composed by Gilad Carroll, Andy Rudolph, Sam Sarty.