The Guitar
Synopsis
The life of a woman is transformed after she is diagnosed with a terminal disease, fired from her job and abandoned by her boyfriend. Given two months to live, she throws caution to the wind to pursue her dreams.
Top Cast
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Saffron Burrows
Melody
Isaach de Bankolé
Roscoe Wasz
Paz de la Huerta
Cookie
Adam Trese
Mr. Laffs
Janeane Garofalo
Dr. Murray
Reg Rogers
Brett
Elizabeth Marvel
Ma Wilder
David Wain
Phone Man
Bill Camp
Pa Wilder
Richard Short
Loser Musician
Mia Kucan
Melody - Young
Lawrence Ballard
Doctor
Ashlie Atkinson
Receptionist
Larry Block
Mr. Faddis
Lori Tan Chinn
Mrs. Tzu
William Leroy
Billy
Virginia Wing
Ms. Li
Chris Bauer
Chief of Surgery (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 7, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amy Redford
- Screenplay & Story
- Amos Poe
- Original Score
- David Mansfield
- Original Title
- The Guitar
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Punjabi, Mandarin, English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Breakout Pictures, Apple Creek Productions, Cold Fusion Media Group, Artists / Media Cooperation, RedGuitar
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amy Redford
Amos Poe
David Mansfield
Bobby Bukowski
David Leonard
Amy Redford, Amos Poe, Heyward Collins, Brad Zions, Bob Jason
Department Leadership Roster
Amy Redford
Director
Amos Poe
Screenplay
Amy Redford
Producer
Amos Poe
Producer
Heyward Collins
Producer
Brad Zions
Producer
Bobby Bukowski
Director of Photography
Bob Jason
Producer
David Leonard
Editor
David Mansfield
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Guitar
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Guitar about?
The life of a woman is transformed after she is diagnosed with a terminal disease, fired from her job and abandoned by her boyfriend. Given two months to live, she throws caution to the wind to pursue her dreams.
Who directed The Guitar?
The Guitar was directed by Amy Redford.
Who stars in The Guitar?
The principal cast of The Guitar includes Saffron Burrows, Isaach de Bankolé, Paz de la Huerta, Adam Trese, Janeane Garofalo.
When was The Guitar released and how long is it?
The Guitar was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Guitar?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Guitar was composed by David Mansfield.