Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father
Synopsis
In 2001, Andrew Bagby, a medical resident, is murdered not long after breaking up with his girlfriend. Soon after, when she announces she's pregnant, one of Andrew's many close friends, Kurt Kuenne, begins this film, a gift to the child.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Dear Zachary - Tenth Anniversary Re-release - Official Trailer - Oscilloscope Laboratories HDOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-12-13
Top Cast
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Kurt Kuenne
Self (voice)
Andrew Bagby
Self (archive footage)
David Bagby
Self - Father
Kathleen Bagby
Self - Mother
Shirley Turner
Self - Ex-Girlfriend (archive footage)
Zachary Andrew Turner
Self - Son (archive footage)
Heather Arnold
Self - Former Fiance
Jon Atkinson
Self - Friend
Bob Bagby
Self - Uncle (archive footage)
Earlene Bagby
Self - Bob's Widow
James Bagby
Self - Cousin
Linda Bagby
Self - Aunt
Pat Bagby
Self - Uncle
Jason Baldwin
Self - Highschool Friend
Derek Barnard
Self - Uncle
John Barnard
Self - Cousin
Paul Barnard
Self - John's Brother
Pete Barnard
Self - Cousin
Release History & Theatrical Window
Slamdance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 31, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 24, 2009
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kurt Kuenne
- Screenplay & Story
- Kurt Kuenne
- Original Score
- Kurt Kuenne
- Original Title
- Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- MSNBC Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kurt Kuenne
Kurt Kuenne
Kurt Kuenne
Kurt Kuenne
Kurt Kuenne
Kurt Kuenne, Scott Hooker, Elise Warner, Michael Rubin
Department Leadership Roster
Kurt Kuenne
Director
Kurt Kuenne
Writer
Kurt Kuenne
Producer
Kurt Kuenne
Director of Photography
Kurt Kuenne
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father
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What is Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father about?
In 2001, Andrew Bagby, a medical resident, is murdered not long after breaking up with his girlfriend. Soon after, when she announces she's pregnant, one of Andrew's many close friends, Kurt Kuenne, begins this film, a gift to the child.
Who directed Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father?
Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father was directed by Kurt Kuenne.
Who stars in Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father?
The principal cast of Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father includes Kurt Kuenne, Andrew Bagby, David Bagby, Kathleen Bagby, Shirley Turner.
When was Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father released and how long is it?
Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father was composed by Kurt Kuenne.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father?
Dear Zachary: A Letter to a Son About His Father holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).