Surfacing
“A Hazardous Search Becomes A Passionate Struggle”
Synopsis
Following her father's puzzling disappearance, Kate and her city-bred companions brave the untamed backwoods in a desperate search for him. However, the harsh environment becomes a dangerous catalyst for their explosive mix of personalities, propelling them into a world of raw emotion and unbridled passion.
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Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$2.3M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Claude Jutra
- Screenplay & Story
- Margaret Atwood
- Original Score
- Jean Cousineau, Ann Mortifee
- Original Title
- Surfacing
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Budget
- $2.3M
- Production Studios
- Surfacing Film Productions, Famous Players, Canadian Film Development Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Claude Jutra
Margaret Atwood
Jean Cousineau, Ann Mortifee
Richard Leiterman
Toni Trow
Beryl Fox
Department Leadership Roster
Claude Jutra
Director
Beryl Fox
Producer
Toni Trow
Editor
Richard Leiterman
Director of Photography
Jean Cousineau
Original Music Composer
Ann Mortifee
Original Music Composer
Margaret Atwood
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Surfacing
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Surfacing about?
Following her father's puzzling disappearance, Kate and her city-bred companions brave the untamed backwoods in a desperate search for him. However, the harsh environment becomes a dangerous catalyst for their explosive mix of personalities, propelling them into a world of raw emotion and unbridled passion.
Who directed Surfacing?
Surfacing was directed by Claude Jutra.
Who stars in Surfacing?
The principal cast of Surfacing includes Kathleen Beller, R.H. Thomson, Joseph Bottoms, Michael Ironside, Margaret Dragu.
When was Surfacing released and how long is it?
Surfacing was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Surfacing?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Surfacing was composed by Jean Cousineau, Ann Mortifee.