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The Man in the Upper Room

“In the dark, few keep the light alive.”

Synopsis

In a darkened booth high above the audience, a lone projectionist threads reels of 35mm film through a machine older than many who come to watch. The Man in the Upper Room is a one-day documentary that captures the sacred solitude of one of cinema’s last keepers. Shot in a single 24-hour period, the film is both a portrait and a meditation: on ritual, on the fragility of tradition, and on the quiet hands that keep the magic alive. As theaters shutter and celluloid vanishes, this intimate story asks a simple question: why does it still matter to gather in the dark and let light tell us who we are?

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

$6K

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Sean Alan Stone
Original Title
The Man in the Upper Room
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
5m
Production Budget
$6K
Production Studios
No Moss Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sean Alan Stone

Department Leadership Roster

Sean Alan Stone

Director

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Man in the Upper Room.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Man in the Upper Room

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

What is The Man in the Upper Room about?

In a darkened booth high above the audience, a lone projectionist threads reels of 35mm film through a machine older than many who come to watch. The Man in the Upper Room is a one-day documentary that captures the sacred solitude of one of cinema’s last keepers. Shot in a single 24-hour period, the film is both a portrait and a meditation: on ritual, on the fragility of tradition, and on the quiet hands that keep the magic alive. As theaters shutter and celluloid vanishes, this intimate story asks a simple question: why does it still matter to gather in the dark and let light tell us who we are?

Who directed The Man in the Upper Room?

The Man in the Upper Room was directed by Sean Alan Stone.

Who stars in The Man in the Upper Room?

The principal cast of The Man in the Upper Room includes Chad Pierce.

When was The Man in the Upper Room released and how long is it?

The Man in the Upper Room was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 5m.