Quay
“We don’t try to emulate what’s outside our window, that’s the last thing we want to emulate.”
Synopsis
In 2015, Christopher Nolan curated a selection of short films by the surrealist animators the Quay Brothers to be distributed as a touring 35mm presentation. The three films—"In Absentia" (2000), "The Comb" (1991) and "Street of Crocodiles" (1986)—were accompanied by this brief portrait of the brothers at work in their London studio.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 19, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$52K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christopher Nolan
- Original Score
- Christopher Nolan
- Original Title
- Quay
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 8m
- Worldwide Gross
- $52K
- Production Studios
- Syncopy, Zeitgeist
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christopher Nolan
Christopher Nolan
Christopher Nolan
Christopher Nolan
Christopher Nolan, Andy Thompson
Department Leadership Roster
Christopher Nolan
Producer
Christopher Nolan
Director of Photography
Christopher Nolan
Original Music Composer
Andy Thompson
Producer
Christopher Nolan
Director
Christopher Nolan
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Quay.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Quay
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Quay about?
In 2015, Christopher Nolan curated a selection of short films by the surrealist animators the Quay Brothers to be distributed as a touring 35mm presentation. The three films—"In Absentia" (2000), "The Comb" (1991) and "Street of Crocodiles" (1986)—were accompanied by this brief portrait of the brothers at work in their London studio.
Who directed Quay?
Quay was directed by Christopher Nolan.
Who stars in Quay?
The principal cast of Quay includes Stephen Quay, Timothy Quay.
When was Quay released and how long is it?
Quay was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 8m.
How much did Quay make at the box office?
Quay grossed $52K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Quay?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Quay was composed by Christopher Nolan.