Dreamcatcher
Synopsis
Longinotto's documentary is about Brenda Myers-Powell, who fights against sexual exploitation and supports prostitutes in Chicago. Brenda knows what she is talking about: her own story, involving teenage prostitution and a life of violence and abuse, is in stark contrast to her dauntless energy and optimism.
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Kim Longinotto on Dreamcatcher - Q&A | BFI Women's DayOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-03-12
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 27, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kim Longinotto
- Screenplay & Story
- Lisa Stevens
- Original Title
- Dreamcatcher
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- Showtime Documentary Films, Artemis Rising, Impact Partners, Rise Films, Green Acres Films, Splice Post, VPRO, Chicken & Egg Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kim Longinotto
Lisa Stevens
Ollie Huddleston
Dan Cogan, Geralyn White Dreyfous, Teddy Leifer, Regina K. Scully, Lisa Stevens
Department Leadership Roster
Kim Longinotto
Director
Ollie Huddleston
Editor
Teddy Leifer
Producer
Lisa Stevens
Producer
Lisa Stevens
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dreamcatcher
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What is Dreamcatcher about?
Longinotto's documentary is about Brenda Myers-Powell, who fights against sexual exploitation and supports prostitutes in Chicago. Brenda knows what she is talking about: her own story, involving teenage prostitution and a life of violence and abuse, is in stark contrast to her dauntless energy and optimism.
Who directed Dreamcatcher?
Dreamcatcher was directed by Kim Longinotto.
Who stars in Dreamcatcher?
The principal cast of Dreamcatcher includes Brenda Myers-Powell.
When was Dreamcatcher released and how long is it?
Dreamcatcher was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.