The Dam Keeper
Synopsis
In a desolate future, one small town has survived because of a large windmill dam that acts as a fan to keep out pollution. The dam's operator, Pig, works tirelessly to keep the sails spinning and protect the town, despite abuse from classmates and an indifferent public. When a new student joins Pig's class, nothing will be the same again.
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Making The Dam Keeper #14: Inspiration ---- Sketchtravel Short
Type: Featurette • Published 2016-06-16
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 6, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Kondo, Daisuke 'Dice' Tsutsumi
- Original Score
- Zach Johnston, Matteo Roberts
- Original Title
- The Dam Keeper
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Tonko House
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Kondo, Daisuke 'Dice' Tsutsumi
Zach Johnston, Matteo Roberts
Bradley Furnish
Megan Bartel, Duncan Ramsay
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Kondo
Director
Daisuke 'Dice' Tsutsumi
Director
Megan Bartel
Producer
Bradley Furnish
Editor
Duncan Ramsay
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dam Keeper
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What is The Dam Keeper about?
In a desolate future, one small town has survived because of a large windmill dam that acts as a fan to keep out pollution. The dam's operator, Pig, works tirelessly to keep the sails spinning and protect the town, despite abuse from classmates and an indifferent public. When a new student joins Pig's class, nothing will be the same again.
Who directed The Dam Keeper?
The Dam Keeper was directed by Robert Kondo, Daisuke 'Dice' Tsutsumi.
Who stars in The Dam Keeper?
The principal cast of The Dam Keeper includes Courtney Lockwood, Lars Mikkelsen.
When was The Dam Keeper released and how long is it?
The Dam Keeper was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 18m.
Who composed the musical score for The Dam Keeper?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Dam Keeper was composed by Zach Johnston, Matteo Roberts.