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The Why

“in the absence of love, in the absence of hate, in the absence of reason...”

Synopsis

The why is an experiential meditation on death, on loves lost, the duality of mind, and ultimately the nature of attachment and memory turned obsession.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 18, 2009

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

$25K

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Eli Higgins, Anthony Pedone, Stephen Floyd
Screenplay & Story
Stephen Floyd, Anthony Pedone, Eli Higgins
Original Title
The Why
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
Unknown
Production Budget
$25K
Production Studios
Robotic Indifference

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Eli Higgins, Anthony Pedone, Stephen Floyd

Screenplay & Story

Stephen Floyd, Anthony Pedone, Eli Higgins

Director of Photography

Eli Higgins, Anthony Pedone

Film Editing

Stephen Floyd

Producers

Anthony Pedone

Department Leadership Roster

Eli Higgins

Director

Anthony Pedone

Anthony Pedone

Director

Stephen Floyd

Director

Eli Higgins

Director of Photography

Anthony Pedone

Anthony Pedone

Director of Photography

Stephen Floyd

Editor

Sylba Loren

Costume Design

Stephanie Ramirez

Costume Design

Anthony Pedone

Anthony Pedone

Writer

Eli Higgins

Writer

Stephen Floyd

Writer

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Why.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Why

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Why about?

The why is an experiential meditation on death, on loves lost, the duality of mind, and ultimately the nature of attachment and memory turned obsession.

Who directed The Why?

The Why was directed by Eli Higgins, Anthony Pedone, Stephen Floyd.

Who stars in The Why?

The principal cast of The Why includes Megan Lane, Anthony Pedone, Mallory Carrick, Niko Red Star, Kelly Pedone.

When was The Why released and how long is it?

The Why was released in 2009 with a total runtime of Unknown.