The Fall
“Film as a Series of Historical Moments Seeking a Synthesis.”
Synopsis
"The Fall" depicts certain scenes in New York City between October 1967 and March 1968, shot by the independent filmmaker, Peter Whitehead. It is a very personal documentary, and Whitehead appears in a large number of scenes, and we hear his lengthy ruminations on the state of the United States and the war in Vietnam.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 15, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Whitehead
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Whitehead
- Original Title
- The Fall
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Studios
- Lorrimer Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Whitehead
Peter Whitehead
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Whitehead
Director
Peter Whitehead
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fall
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What is The Fall about?
"The Fall" depicts certain scenes in New York City between October 1967 and March 1968, shot by the independent filmmaker, Peter Whitehead. It is a very personal documentary, and Whitehead appears in a large number of scenes, and we hear his lengthy ruminations on the state of the United States and the war in Vietnam.
Who directed The Fall?
The Fall was directed by Peter Whitehead.
Who stars in The Fall?
The principal cast of The Fall includes Peter Whitehead, Alberta Tiburzi, Paul Auster, H. Rap Brown, Kwame Ture.
When was The Fall released and how long is it?
The Fall was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.