Degree of Certainty
“The origin story of corporate climate denial.”
Synopsis
When a young risk analyst at a major US oil company in 1982 learns that the climate research department has just discovered a rapid rise in global temperatures, he has to decide on which side of history he wants to be.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
World Premiere at Flickers' Rhode Island International Film Festival 2026
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Simon Schneider
- Screenplay & Story
- Simon Schneider
- Original Score
- Kole Butler
- Original Title
- Degree of Certainty
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 16m
- Production Studios
- American Film Institute Conservatory
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Simon Schneider
Simon Schneider
Kole Butler
Jason Luo
Maxwell Kagan, Carole Joyce
Department Leadership Roster
Maxwell Kagan
Producer
Simon Schneider
Writer
Jason Luo
Editor
Simon Schneider
Director
Jessica Burnam
Production Design
Coleen Chan
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Degree of Certainty.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Degree of Certainty
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Degree of Certainty about?
When a young risk analyst at a major US oil company in 1982 learns that the climate research department has just discovered a rapid rise in global temperatures, he has to decide on which side of history he wants to be.
Who directed Degree of Certainty?
Degree of Certainty was directed by Simon Schneider.
Who stars in Degree of Certainty?
The principal cast of Degree of Certainty includes Trace Guzmán, Peter MacKenzie, John Billingsley, Rob Nagle, Jonathan von Mering.
When was Degree of Certainty released and how long is it?
Degree of Certainty was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 16m.
Who composed the musical score for Degree of Certainty?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Degree of Certainty was composed by Kole Butler.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Degree of Certainty?
Degree of Certainty holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).