The Program
Synopsis
Filmmaker Laura Poitras profiles William Binney, a 32-year veteran of the National Security Agency who helped design a top-secret program he says is broadly collecting Americans' personal data.
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 22, 2012
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Laura Poitras
- Original Score
- Qasim Naqvi
- Original Title
- The Program
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Praxis Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Laura Poitras
Qasim Naqvi
Kirsten Johnson, Laura Poitras, Katy Scoggin
Laura Poitras
Kirsten Johnson, Jason Spingarn-Koff, Katy Scoggin
Department Leadership Roster
Kirsten Johnson
Producer
Jason Spingarn-Koff
Producer
Laura Poitras
Editor
Katy Scoggin
Producer
Qasim Naqvi
Original Music Composer
Laura Poitras
Director
Kirsten Johnson
Director of Photography
Laura Poitras
Director of Photography
Katy Scoggin
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Program
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Program about?
Filmmaker Laura Poitras profiles William Binney, a 32-year veteran of the National Security Agency who helped design a top-secret program he says is broadly collecting Americans' personal data.
Who directed The Program?
The Program was directed by Laura Poitras.
Who stars in The Program?
The principal cast of The Program includes Not specified.
When was The Program released and how long is it?
The Program was released in 2012 with a total runtime of 9m.
Who composed the musical score for The Program?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Program was composed by Qasim Naqvi.