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The Key

Synopsis

"The Key" is a 1995 British short film written and directed by Stephen Lowenstein, with a cast including James Cosmo, Liam Cunningham, Emer McCourt, and Andrew Rashleigh. It was the filmmaker’s first short and later received a London release as a supporting film.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 25, 1995

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

$15

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Stephen Lowenstein
Screenplay & Story
Stephen Lowenstein
Original Score
Dario Marianelli
Original Title
The Key
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
15m
Production Budget
$15

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Stephen Lowenstein

Screenplay & Story

Stephen Lowenstein

Original Score & Music

Dario Marianelli

Film Editing

Ian Dodds

Producers

Natasha Ross

Department Leadership Roster

Stephen Lowenstein

Stephen Lowenstein

Director

Stephen Lowenstein

Stephen Lowenstein

Writer

Natasha Ross

Producer

Dario Marianelli

Dario Marianelli

Original Music Composer

Ian Dodds

Editor

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Key.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Key

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

What is The Key about?

"The Key" is a 1995 British short film written and directed by Stephen Lowenstein, with a cast including James Cosmo, Liam Cunningham, Emer McCourt, and Andrew Rashleigh. It was the filmmaker’s first short and later received a London release as a supporting film.

Who directed The Key?

The Key was directed by Stephen Lowenstein.

Who stars in The Key?

The principal cast of The Key includes Liam Cunningham, James Cosmo, Emer McCourt, Andy Rashleigh, Marlene Sidaway.

When was The Key released and how long is it?

The Key was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 15m.

Who composed the musical score for The Key?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Key was composed by Dario Marianelli.