You Don't Have to Die
Synopsis
A young boy's successful battle against cancer and his subsequent efforts to help other children overcome their fears of the illness.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Malcolm Clarke, Bill Guttentag
- Screenplay & Story
- Bill Guttentag, Malcolm Clarke
- Original Title
- You Don't Have to Die
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 27m
- Production Studios
- Filmworks, Tiger Rose Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Malcolm Clarke, Bill Guttentag
Bill Guttentag, Malcolm Clarke
Gregory Andracke
Nancy Frazen
Beth Howland, Jennifer Warren, Malcolm Clarke, Bill Guttentag
Department Leadership Roster
Malcolm Clarke
Director
Bill Guttentag
Director
Nancy Frazen
Editor
Gregory Andracke
Director of Photography
Malcolm Clarke
Producer
Bill Guttentag
Producer
Bill Guttentag
Writer
Malcolm Clarke
Writer
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for You Don't Have to Die.
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Frequently Asked Questions About You Don't Have to Die
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What is You Don't Have to Die about?
A young boy's successful battle against cancer and his subsequent efforts to help other children overcome their fears of the illness.
Who directed You Don't Have to Die?
You Don't Have to Die was directed by Malcolm Clarke, Bill Guttentag.
Who stars in You Don't Have to Die?
The principal cast of You Don't Have to Die includes Not specified.
When was You Don't Have to Die released and how long is it?
You Don't Have to Die was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 27m.