Skyscraper
Synopsis
Nominated for an Academy Award, this live-action short film playfully chronicles the construction of the Tishman Building at 666 Fifth Avenue in New York City.
Release History & Theatrical Window
San Francisco International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 15, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Shirley Clarke, Willard Van Dyke, Wheaton Galentine, Irving Jacoby, D. A. Pennebaker
- Screenplay & Story
- John White
- Original Score
- Teo Macero
- Original Title
- Skyscraper
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Joseph Burstyn Film Enterprises
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Shirley Clarke, Willard Van Dyke, Wheaton Galentine, Irving Jacoby, D. A. Pennebaker
John White
Teo Macero
Shirley Clarke
Willard Van Dyke, Irving Jacoby, Shirley Clarke
Department Leadership Roster
Shirley Clarke
Director
John White
Writer
Willard Van Dyke
Director
Willard Van Dyke
Producer
Irving Jacoby
Producer
Shirley Clarke
Editor
Shirley Clarke
Producer
Wheaton Galentine
Director
Irving Jacoby
Director
D. A. Pennebaker
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Skyscraper.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Skyscraper
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Skyscraper about?
Nominated for an Academy Award, this live-action short film playfully chronicles the construction of the Tishman Building at 666 Fifth Avenue in New York City.
Who directed Skyscraper?
Skyscraper was directed by Shirley Clarke, Willard Van Dyke, Wheaton Galentine, Irving Jacoby, D. A. Pennebaker.
Who stars in Skyscraper?
The principal cast of Skyscraper includes Not specified.
When was Skyscraper released and how long is it?
Skyscraper was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 22m.
Who composed the musical score for Skyscraper?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Skyscraper was composed by Teo Macero.