Daybreak Express
Synopsis
Set to a classic Duke Ellington recording "Daybreak Express", this is a five-minute short of the soon-to-be-demolished Third Avenue elevated subway station in New York City.
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Daybreak Express (1953) by D. A. Pennebaker – Criterion Collection
Type: Featurette • Published 2016-12-25
Release History & Theatrical Window
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Festival / Special Debut
January 1, 1957
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D. A. Pennebaker
- Screenplay & Story
- D. A. Pennebaker
- Original Score
- Duke Ellington
- Original Title
- Daybreak Express
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D. A. Pennebaker
D. A. Pennebaker
Duke Ellington
D. A. Pennebaker
D. A. Pennebaker
Department Leadership Roster
D. A. Pennebaker
Director
D. A. Pennebaker
Writer
D. A. Pennebaker
Director of Photography
D. A. Pennebaker
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Daybreak Express
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Daybreak Express about?
Set to a classic Duke Ellington recording "Daybreak Express", this is a five-minute short of the soon-to-be-demolished Third Avenue elevated subway station in New York City.
Who directed Daybreak Express?
Daybreak Express was directed by D. A. Pennebaker.
Who stars in Daybreak Express?
The principal cast of Daybreak Express includes Not specified.
When was Daybreak Express released and how long is it?
Daybreak Express was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Daybreak Express?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Daybreak Express was composed by Duke Ellington.