
The Clown Tape
Synopsis
This is a bizarre documentary/mockumentary that I happened upon one day at my local Goodwill. It tells the story of a man who travels across country, from San Francisco to Brooklyn, dressed up as a clown. He does this in an effort to recreate a similar voyage undertaken by a man in the midst of an existential crisis some years earlier.
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January 1, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rick Groel
- Screenplay & Story
- Rick Groel
- Original Score
- Jonathan Bepler
- Original Title
- The Clown Tape
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 44m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rick Groel
Rick Groel
Jonathan Bepler
Peter Strietmann
Peter Strietmann
Department Leadership Roster
Rick Groel
Director
Rick Groel
Writer
Peter Strietmann
Producer
Peter Strietmann
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Clown Tape
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Clown Tape about?
This is a bizarre documentary/mockumentary that I happened upon one day at my local Goodwill. It tells the story of a man who travels across country, from San Francisco to Brooklyn, dressed up as a clown. He does this in an effort to recreate a similar voyage undertaken by a man in the midst of an existential crisis some years earlier.
Who directed The Clown Tape?
The Clown Tape was directed by Rick Groel.
Who stars in The Clown Tape?
The principal cast of The Clown Tape includes Charles Gute.
When was The Clown Tape released and how long is it?
The Clown Tape was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 44m.
Who composed the musical score for The Clown Tape?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Clown Tape was composed by Jonathan Bepler.



















