Way Past Cool
Synopsis
Based on the award-winning best seller by Jess Mowry, "Way Past Cool" is a coming-of-age story told in reverse, for it is the story of a group of young black kids and their fight to reclaim their childhood.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 10, 2003
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 20, 2004
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Adam Davidson
- Screenplay & Story
- Jess Mowry, Yule Caise
- Original Score
- Zen Amen
- Original Title
- Way Past Cool
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, France
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Act III Productions, Pricel, Redeemable Features
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Adam Davidson
Jess Mowry, Yule Caise
Zen Amen
Amy Vincent
Stuart Emanuel
Ira Deutchman, Paul Rassam, Norman Lear, Miloš Forman
Department Leadership Roster
Stuart Emanuel
Editor
Jess Mowry
Screenplay
Ira Deutchman
Producer
Amy Vincent
Director of Photography
Adam Davidson
Director
Yule Caise
Screenplay
Zen Amen
Original Music Composer
Bill McCallister
Production Design
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Way Past Cool
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Way Past Cool about?
Based on the award-winning best seller by Jess Mowry, "Way Past Cool" is a coming-of-age story told in reverse, for it is the story of a group of young black kids and their fight to reclaim their childhood.
Who directed Way Past Cool?
Way Past Cool was directed by Adam Davidson.
Who stars in Way Past Cool?
The principal cast of Way Past Cool includes Partap Khalsa.
When was Way Past Cool released and how long is it?
Way Past Cool was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Way Past Cool?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Way Past Cool was composed by Zen Amen.
Is Way Past Cool based on a book or true story?
Way Past Cool is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jess Mowry".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Way Past Cool?
Way Past Cool holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).