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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

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

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

Director

Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Screenplay & Story

David Carter, Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Guillermo Arriaga

Original Score & Music

Harry Gregson-Williams

Director of Photography

Robert Richardson

Film Editing

Luis Carballar, Alejandro G. Iñárritu, Gabriel Rodríguez de la Mora

Producers

David Fincher, Tapas Blank, Robyn Boardman, Aristides McGarry, Dave Morrison

Department Leadership Roster

Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Director

Robert Richardson

Robert Richardson

Director of Photography

Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Writer

Guillermo Arriaga

Guillermo Arriaga

Writer

David Carter

Writer

Tapas Blank

Producer

Robyn Boardman

Producer

Aristides McGarry

Producer

Harry Gregson-Williams

Harry Gregson-Williams

Original Music Composer

Luis Carballar

Editor

Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Alejandro G. Iñárritu

Editor

Gabriel Rodríguez de la Mora

Editor

Brigitte Broch

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.