The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation'
Synopsis
A short documentary about the making of D. W. Griffith's controversial 'The Birth of a Nation'.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 6, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert G. Beecher
- Screenplay & Story
- Russell Merritt
- Original Title
- The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation'
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 24m
- Production Studios
- Film Preservation Associates, Blackjack Films, Blackhawk Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert G. Beecher
Russell Merritt
David Shepard
Department Leadership Roster
Robert G. Beecher
Director
David Shepard
Producer
Russell Merritt
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation'
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What is The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation' about?
A short documentary about the making of D. W. Griffith's controversial 'The Birth of a Nation'.
Who directed The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation'?
The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation' was directed by Robert G. Beecher.
Who stars in The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation'?
The principal cast of The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation' includes David Shepard, D.W. Griffith, Lillian Gish, Miriam Cooper, Mae Marsh.
When was The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation' released and how long is it?
The Making of 'The Birth of a Nation' was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 24m.