The Dutch Master
Synopsis
The Walter Mitty-esque tale of a Brooklyn dental hygienist who escapes into a painting by 17th-century Dutch master Peter de Hooc. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Top Cast
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Mira Sorvino
Teresa
Aida Turturro
Kim
Sharon Angela
Dorothy
Rick Pasqualone
Joey
Charles E. Gerber
Dr. Rosenman
Richard DeDomenico
Priest
Vincent Pastore
Teresa's Father
Lina Koutrakas
Teresa's Mother
Emmanuel Xuereb
Dutch Lover
Rudolf Martin
Dutch Man with Pipe
Ruth Maleczech
Dutch Housekeeper
Gabriel Barre
Museum Guide
Hollis Granville
Security Guard
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 1, 1993
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Susan Seidelman
- Screenplay & Story
- Jonathan Brett, Susan Seidelman
- Original Score
- Wendy Blackstone
- Original Title
- The Dutch Master
- Country of Origin
- Germany, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 28m
- Production Studios
- WDR, Ziegler Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Susan Seidelman
Jonathan Brett, Susan Seidelman
Wendy Blackstone
Maryse Alberti
Mona Davis
Jonathan Brett, Regina Ziegler
Department Leadership Roster
Susan Seidelman
Director
Wendy Blackstone
Original Music Composer
Jonathan Brett
Screenplay
Jonathan Brett
Producer
Maryse Alberti
Director of Photography
Susan Seidelman
Screenplay
Mona Davis
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dutch Master
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Dutch Master about?
The Walter Mitty-esque tale of a Brooklyn dental hygienist who escapes into a painting by 17th-century Dutch master Peter de Hooc. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Who directed The Dutch Master?
The Dutch Master was directed by Susan Seidelman.
Who stars in The Dutch Master?
The principal cast of The Dutch Master includes Mira Sorvino, Aida Turturro, Sharon Angela, Rick Pasqualone, Charles E. Gerber.
When was The Dutch Master released and how long is it?
The Dutch Master was released in 1993 with a total runtime of 28m.
Who composed the musical score for The Dutch Master?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Dutch Master was composed by Wendy Blackstone.