Molokai: The Story of Father Damien
Synopsis
The true story of the 19th century Belgian priest, Father Damien, who volunteered to go to the island of Molokai, to console and care for the lepers.
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David Wenham
Damien
Jan Decleir
Bishop Köckerman
Kate Ceberano
Princess Liliuokalani
Sam Neill
Prime Minister Gibson
Derek Jacobi
Father Leonor Fousnel
Alice Krige
Mother Marianne
Kris Kristofferson
Rudolph Meyer
Leo McKern
Bishop Maigret
Peter O'Toole
William Williamson
Tom Wilkinson
Brother Dutton
Aden Young
Dr. Kalewis
Chris Haywood
Clayton Strawn
George O'Hanlon, Jr.
Evans
Thom Hoffman
Dr. William Saxe
Michaël Pas
Dr. Stottard
Dirk Roofthooft
Father Conrardy
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 15, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Cox
- Screenplay & Story
- John Briley, Hilde Eynikel
- Original Score
- Paul Grabowsky
- Original Title
- Molokai: The Story of Father Damien
- Country of Origin
- Australia, Belgium, Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Production Studios
- Era Films, Jos Stelling Filmprodukties BV, Kinepolis Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Cox
John Briley, Hilde Eynikel
Paul Grabowsky
Nino Gaetano Martinetti
Kristina Hamilton-Grobler, John Scott, Ludo Troch
Tarsicius Vanhuysse, Grietje Lammertyn, Alex Verbaere
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Cox
Director
John Briley
Writer
Tarsicius Vanhuysse
Producer
Grietje Lammertyn
Producer
Paul Grabowsky
Original Music Composer
Kristina Hamilton-Grobler
Editor
John Scott
Editor
Ludo Troch
Editor
Jan Petitjean
Production Design
Bernadette Corstens
Costume Design
Nino Gaetano Martinetti
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Molokai: The Story of Father Damien
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What is Molokai: The Story of Father Damien about?
The true story of the 19th century Belgian priest, Father Damien, who volunteered to go to the island of Molokai, to console and care for the lepers.
Who directed Molokai: The Story of Father Damien?
Molokai: The Story of Father Damien was directed by Paul Cox.
Who stars in Molokai: The Story of Father Damien?
The principal cast of Molokai: The Story of Father Damien includes David Wenham, Jan Decleir, Kate Ceberano, Sam Neill, Derek Jacobi.
When was Molokai: The Story of Father Damien released and how long is it?
Molokai: The Story of Father Damien was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Molokai: The Story of Father Damien?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Molokai: The Story of Father Damien was composed by Paul Grabowsky.
Is Molokai: The Story of Father Damien based on a book or true story?
Molokai: The Story of Father Damien is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Hilde Eynikel".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Molokai: The Story of Father Damien?
Molokai: The Story of Father Damien holds official age classifications: CA: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested.).