The Map Reader
Synopsis
Small-town New Zealand comedy-drama about Michael (Jordan Selwyn) - a 16-year-old whose passion for maps helps him escape his ordinary life and enjoy a state of isolation from those around him. But there are three women he can’t shut out – his single mother Amelia, a blind 20-year-old called Mary and Alison , a friend whose ‘grace betrays darker secrets’ apparently.
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The Map Reader Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-09-14
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 18, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Harold Brodie
- Screenplay & Story
- Harold Brodie
- Original Score
- Paul Ubana Jones
- Original Title
- The Map Reader
- Country of Origin
- New Zealand
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Arkles Entertainment, TOYBOX Post
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Harold Brodie
Harold Brodie
Paul Ubana Jones
Renaud Maire
Harold Brodie
Rebecca Gibney, John Davies
Department Leadership Roster
Harold Brodie
Director
Shayne Radford
Production Design
Harold Brodie
Editor
Julie Millar
Costume Design
Renaud Maire
Director of Photography
John Davies
Producer
Harold Brodie
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Map Reader
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What is The Map Reader about?
Small-town New Zealand comedy-drama about Michael (Jordan Selwyn) - a 16-year-old whose passion for maps helps him escape his ordinary life and enjoy a state of isolation from those around him. But there are three women he can’t shut out – his single mother Amelia, a blind 20-year-old called Mary and Alison , a friend whose ‘grace betrays darker secrets’ apparently.
Who directed The Map Reader?
The Map Reader was directed by Harold Brodie.
Who stars in The Map Reader?
The principal cast of The Map Reader includes Rebecca Gibney, Jordan Selwyn, Mikaila Hutchinson, Bonnie Soper, Rachel Nash.
When was The Map Reader released and how long is it?
The Map Reader was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Map Reader?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Map Reader was composed by Paul Ubana Jones.