Providence
Synopsis
A talented but disenchanted high school student seeking more advanced instruction sneaks inside the ivy covered gates of nearby Brown University. Masquerading as a college student he is soon matching morals with a young co-ed, and wits with his literature professor. His passion for learning affects and amazes all those around him, but soon his house of cards begins to crumble and the penalties could do more than jeopardize just his academic future.
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1991 Providence. Keanu Reeves
Type: Clip • Published 2011-11-15
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Sundance Film Festival
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Mackay
- Screenplay & Story
- David Mackay, Bruce Miller
- Original Score
- Tom Hiel
- Original Title
- Providence
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- USC School of Cinema-Television, Moondog Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Mackay
David Mackay, Bruce Miller
Tom Hiel
John Priebe
Bret Marnell
Daniel Helberg
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David Mackay
Director
David Mackay
Writer
Bruce Miller
Writer
Daniel Helberg
Producer
John Priebe
Director of Photography
Bret Marnell
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What is Providence about?
A talented but disenchanted high school student seeking more advanced instruction sneaks inside the ivy covered gates of nearby Brown University. Masquerading as a college student he is soon matching morals with a young co-ed, and wits with his literature professor. His passion for learning affects and amazes all those around him, but soon his house of cards begins to crumble and the penalties could do more than jeopardize just his academic future.
Who directed Providence?
Providence was directed by David Mackay.
Who stars in Providence?
The principal cast of Providence includes JD Cullum, Dedee Pfeiffer, Bennes Mardenn, David Greenlee, Lori Pfeiffer.
When was Providence released and how long is it?
Providence was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Providence?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Providence was composed by Tom Hiel.