The Falls
Synopsis
Told in the form of a mock documentary in 92 short parts, nineteen million people are left obsessed with birds and flight following a strange occurrence. A documentarian analyses the lives of all the survivors whose surnames begin with FALL to uncover the truth behind the event.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
The Falls (1980) Trailer - Director: Peter Greenaway, Music By: Michael Nyman
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-01-20
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Colin Cantlie
Narrator (voice)
Stephen Quay
Ipson Fallari
Timothy Quay
Pulat Fallari
Adam Leys
Narrator
Sheila Canfield
Narrator
Monica Hyde
Woman using phone
Keith Pendlebury
Allia Fallanx
Marcia Pendlebury
Starling Fallanx
Martin Burrows
Narrator
Adejbo Nkasaggi
Ardenaur Fallatter
Serena MacBeth
Narrator
John Wilson
Astraham Fallbute
Rod Stoneman
Vacete Fallbutus / Tolley Falluger
Leslie Wilson
Loosely Fallbute
Chris Rodriquez
Mr. C. Unroderiguez
Kenneth Breese
Vassian Falluger
Herbert Mullinger
Mr. Herbert Armada
Lucy Skeaping
Pollie Fallory
Release History & Theatrical Window
Berlin International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 20, 2003
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Greenaway
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Greenaway
- Original Score
- Michael Nyman
- Original Title
- The Falls
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch, English, French, German
- Runtime
- 3h 7m
- Production Studios
- BFI
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Greenaway
Peter Greenaway
Michael Nyman
John Rosenberg, Mike Coles
Peter Greenaway
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Greenaway
Writer
Peter Greenaway
Director
Peter Greenaway
Editor
John Rosenberg
Director of Photography
Mike Coles
Director of Photography
Michael Nyman
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Falls.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Falls
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Falls about?
Told in the form of a mock documentary in 92 short parts, nineteen million people are left obsessed with birds and flight following a strange occurrence. A documentarian analyses the lives of all the survivors whose surnames begin with FALL to uncover the truth behind the event.
Who directed The Falls?
The Falls was directed by Peter Greenaway.
Who stars in The Falls?
The principal cast of The Falls includes Colin Cantlie, Stephen Quay, Timothy Quay, Adam Leys, Sheila Canfield.
When was The Falls released and how long is it?
The Falls was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 3h 7m.
Who composed the musical score for The Falls?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Falls was composed by Michael Nyman.