F.T.W.
“An American Love Story”
Synopsis
A man and a woman running from their pasts are trapped on a collision course with the future. Frank T. Wells, a newly-released ex-con looking for a few acres of freedom on the rodeo circuit. Scarlett Stuart, a wild beautiful woman on the run from a bank robbery gone desperately wrong. Together they will explore their own personal vision of the American Dream.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Market
Festival / Special Debut
June 17, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Karbelnikoff
- Screenplay & Story
- Mari Kornhauser
- Original Score
- Gary Chang
- Original Title
- F.T.W.
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Nu Image
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Karbelnikoff
Mari Kornhauser
Gary Chang
James L. Carter
Joe D'Augustine
Ron Altbach, Avi Lerner, Danny Dimbort, Tom Mickel
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Karbelnikoff
Director
Mari Kornhauser
Screenplay
Gary Chang
Original Music Composer
Joe D'Augustine
Editor
James L. Carter
Director of Photography
Jaqueline De La Fontaine
Costume Design
Webster Whinery
Stunt Coordinator
Steve Geray
Stunt Coordinator
Tom Mickel
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About F.T.W.
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is F.T.W. about?
A man and a woman running from their pasts are trapped on a collision course with the future. Frank T. Wells, a newly-released ex-con looking for a few acres of freedom on the rodeo circuit. Scarlett Stuart, a wild beautiful woman on the run from a bank robbery gone desperately wrong. Together they will explore their own personal vision of the American Dream.
Who directed F.T.W.?
F.T.W. was directed by Michael Karbelnikoff.
Who stars in F.T.W.?
The principal cast of F.T.W. includes Mickey Rourke, Lori Singer, Brion James, Peter Berg, Rodney A. Grant.
When was F.T.W. released and how long is it?
F.T.W. was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for F.T.W.?
The original motion picture soundtrack for F.T.W. was composed by Gary Chang.
What is the age rating and content advisory for F.T.W.?
F.T.W. holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).