Apprentice
Synopsis
When ambitious young correctional officer Aiman is transferred to the country's highest-security prison, he catches the attention of the seasoned chief executioner Rahim. Aiman's desire to become the hangman's apprentice is not only professional but born of an unspeakable urge to reconnect with a past that haunts him.
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APPRENTICE (2016) - Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-04-15
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Release History & Theatrical Window
(Sydney Film Festival)
Festival / Special Debut
February 13, 2017
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Boo Junfeng
- Screenplay & Story
- Boo Junfeng
- Original Score
- Matthew James Kelly
- Original Title
- Apprentice
- Country of Origin
- Germany, France, Qatar, Singapore, Hong Kong
- Spoken Languages
- English, Malay
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- Zhao Wei Films, Peanut Pictures, Cinéma Defacto, Akanga Film Asia
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Boo Junfeng
Boo Junfeng
Matthew James Kelly
Benoît Soler
Natalie Soh, Lee Chatametikool
Subi Liang, Fran Borgia, Edmond Pang Ho-Cheung, Jim Rogers, Tan Fong Cheng
Department Leadership Roster
Boo Junfeng
Writer
Boo Junfeng
Director
Fran Borgia
Producer
Tan Fong Cheng
Producer
Raymond Phathanavirangoon
Producer
Benoît Soler
Director of Photography
James Page
Production Design
Natalie Soh
Editor
Meredith Lee
Costume Design
Lee Chatametikool
Editor
Wen Chek Yeo
Visual Effects Supervisor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Apprentice
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What is Apprentice about?
When ambitious young correctional officer Aiman is transferred to the country's highest-security prison, he catches the attention of the seasoned chief executioner Rahim. Aiman's desire to become the hangman's apprentice is not only professional but born of an unspeakable urge to reconnect with a past that haunts him.
Who directed Apprentice?
Apprentice was directed by Boo Junfeng.
Who stars in Apprentice?
The principal cast of Apprentice includes Fir Rahman, Wan Hanafi Su, Mastura Ahmad, Boon Pin Koh, Nickson Cheng.
When was Apprentice released and how long is it?
Apprentice was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Apprentice?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Apprentice was composed by Matthew James Kelly.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Apprentice?
Apprentice holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).