

Powder Keg
Synopsis
The Driver is drafted by the UN to rescue a wounded war photographer named Harvey Jacobs from out of hostile territory. While they are leaving Jacobs tells the Driver about the horrors he saw as a photographer, but he regrets his inability to help war victims. Jacobs answers the driver curiosity about why he is a photographer by saying how his mother taught him to see. He gives the Driver the film needed for a New York Times story and also his dog tags to give to his mother. When they reach the border, they are confronted by a guard who begins to draw arms as Jacobs begins taking pictures, trying to get himself killed. The Driver drives through a hail of gunfire to the border, but finds Jacobs killed by a bullet through the seat. The Driver arrives in America to visit Jacobs' mother and share the news of him winning the Pulitzer prize and hand over the dog tags, only to discover that she is blind.

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BMW Films "Powder Keg" (Remastered in 4K) S01E05
Type: Clip • Published 2020-05-04
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 1, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alejandro G. Iñárritu
- Screenplay & Story
- David Carter, Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Guillermo Arriaga
- Original Score
- Harry Gregson-Williams
- Original Title
- Powder Keg
- Country of Origin
- Germany, Mexico, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Anonymous Content, BMW Films, Zeta Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alejandro G. Iñárritu
David Carter, Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Guillermo Arriaga
Harry Gregson-Williams
Robert Richardson
Luis Carballar, Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Gabriel Rodríguez de la Mora
David Fincher, Tapas Blank, Robyn Boardman, Aristides McGarry, Dave Morrison
Department Leadership Roster
Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Director
Robert Richardson
Director of Photography
Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Writer
Guillermo Arriaga
Writer
David Carter
Writer
Tapas Blank
Producer
Robyn Boardman
Producer
Aristides McGarry
Producer
Harry Gregson-Williams
Original Music Composer
Luis Carballar
Editor
Alejandro G. Iñárritu
Editor
Gabriel Rodríguez de la Mora
Editor
Brigitte Broch
Production Design
Gabriela Diaque
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Powder Keg
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What is Powder Keg about?
The Driver is drafted by the UN to rescue a wounded war photographer named Harvey Jacobs from out of hostile territory. While they are leaving Jacobs tells the Driver about the horrors he saw as a photographer, but he regrets his inability to help war victims. Jacobs answers the driver curiosity about why he is a photographer by saying how his mother taught him to see. He gives the Driver the film needed for a New York Times story and also his dog tags to give to his mother. When they reach the border, they are confronted by a guard who begins to draw arms as Jacobs begins taking pictures, trying to get himself killed. The Driver drives through a hail of gunfire to the border, but finds Jacobs killed by a bullet through the seat. The Driver arrives in America to visit Jacobs' mother and share the news of him winning the Pulitzer prize and hand over the dog tags, only to discover that she is blind.
Who directed Powder Keg?
Powder Keg was directed by Alejandro G. Iñárritu.
Who stars in Powder Keg?
The principal cast of Powder Keg includes Clive Owen, Stellan Skarsgård, Lois Smith, Javier Zaragoza, Luis Francisco Escobedo.
When was Powder Keg released and how long is it?
Powder Keg was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Powder Keg?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Powder Keg was composed by Harry Gregson-Williams.


















