Underneath: Children of the Sun
Synopsis
This time and dimension spanning epic is a captivating and mind-bending Afrofuturist story that embarks on a breathtaking journey of galactic politics, heritage, and destiny. In 1857, a slave in Little Dixie, Missouri is thrust into an intergalactic crises after helping an alien from a crashed spaceship. An ultra-powerful alien artifact passes through generations of bloody fingers and inheritors here on Earth, including the present, and ultimately leads to an epic battle for control. "Underneath: Children of the Sun" is St. Louis filmmaker David Kirkman's feature film debut.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Nahom Essefa
Enki
Julisa Powell
Princess Nibirá
Jordan Charles Walker
Amir
Ezekiel Olukoya
Prince Khafré
George Hovis
Samuel Cartwright
Bruce Carlton Cunningham Jr.
George
Catera Combs
Patty
M.G. Knecht
Mr. Henry
Ashley Santana
Itiah
Howie Hirshfield
Cousin John
Samme Alheraki
Great Talib AI
Lauryn Anderson
Apkallu Soldier
Reynaldo Anderson
Apkallu Councilman
Kurt Aubuchon
Cousin John #2
Naomi Blair
Apkallu Citizen
Anthony Cage
Apkallu Soldier / Slave
Dominique Chaison
Apkallu Citizen
Mike Diamond
Dan
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Kirkman
- Screenplay & Story
- David Kirkman, Justin Henley
- Original Title
- Underneath: Children of the Sun
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Kirkman
David Kirkman, Justin Henley
David Kirkman
David Kirkman
Department Leadership Roster
David Kirkman
Director
David Kirkman
Editor
David Kirkman
Director of Photography
David Kirkman
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Underneath: Children of the Sun
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Underneath: Children of the Sun about?
This time and dimension spanning epic is a captivating and mind-bending Afrofuturist story that embarks on a breathtaking journey of galactic politics, heritage, and destiny. In 1857, a slave in Little Dixie, Missouri is thrust into an intergalactic crises after helping an alien from a crashed spaceship. An ultra-powerful alien artifact passes through generations of bloody fingers and inheritors here on Earth, including the present, and ultimately leads to an epic battle for control. "Underneath: Children of the Sun" is St. Louis filmmaker David Kirkman's feature film debut.
Who directed Underneath: Children of the Sun?
Underneath: Children of the Sun was directed by David Kirkman.
Who stars in Underneath: Children of the Sun?
The principal cast of Underneath: Children of the Sun includes Nahom Essefa, Julisa Powell, Jordan Charles Walker, Ezekiel Olukoya, George Hovis.
When was Underneath: Children of the Sun released and how long is it?
Underneath: Children of the Sun was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 1h 30m.