The Keeping Room
“Some things are worth fighting for.”
Synopsis
In this radically reimagined American Western set towards the end of the Civil War, Southerner Augusta encounters two renegade, drunken soldiers who are on a mission of pillage and violence. After escaping an attempted assault, Augusta races back to the isolated farmhouse that she shares with her sister Louise and their female slave Mad. When the pair of soldiers track Augusta down intent on exacting revenge, the trio of women are forced to take up arms to fend off their assailants, finding ways to resourcefully defend their home––and themselves––as the escalating attacks become more unpredictable and relentless.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 25, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 19, 2021
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Barber
- Screenplay & Story
- Julia Hart
- Original Score
- Martin Phipps
- Original Title
- The Keeping Room
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Anonymous Content, Gilbert Films, Wind Dancer Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Barber
Julia Hart
Martin Phipps
Martin Ruhe
Alex Rodríguez
Judd Payne, Jordan Horowitz, David McFadzean, Dete Meserve, Michael Sugar
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel Barber
Director
Julia Hart
Writer
Judd Payne
Producer
Jordan Horowitz
Producer
Martin Phipps
Original Music Composer
David McFadzean
Producer
Caroline Hanania
Production Design
Dete Meserve
Producer
Alex Rodríguez
Editor
Martin Ruhe
Director of Photography
Patrick Newall
Producer
Alan Church
Visual Effects Supervisor
Luminita Lungu
Costume Design
Jason Watts
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Keeping Room
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Keeping Room about?
In this radically reimagined American Western set towards the end of the Civil War, Southerner Augusta encounters two renegade, drunken soldiers who are on a mission of pillage and violence. After escaping an attempted assault, Augusta races back to the isolated farmhouse that she shares with her sister Louise and their female slave Mad. When the pair of soldiers track Augusta down intent on exacting revenge, the trio of women are forced to take up arms to fend off their assailants, finding ways to resourcefully defend their home––and themselves––as the escalating attacks become more unpredictable and relentless.
Who directed The Keeping Room?
The Keeping Room was directed by Daniel Barber.
Who stars in The Keeping Room?
The principal cast of The Keeping Room includes Hailee Steinfeld, Sam Worthington, Brit Marling, Muna Otaru, Nicholas Pinnock.
When was The Keeping Room released and how long is it?
The Keeping Room was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Keeping Room?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Keeping Room was composed by Martin Phipps.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Keeping Room?
The Keeping Room holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).