California Typewriter
“The revolution will be typewritten”
Synopsis
A story about people whose lives are connected by typewriters. A meditation on creativity and technology featuring Tom Hanks, John Mayer, Sam Shepard, David McCullough and others.
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California Typewriter | Tom Hanks | John Mayer Documentary TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-07-06
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Telluride Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 18, 2017
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Doug Nichol
- Original Title
- California Typewriter
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- American Buffalo Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Doug Nichol
Doug Nichol
John Benet, Doug Nichol, Charlotte Chatton, Nion McEvoy, James Redford
Department Leadership Roster
Doug Nichol
Director
Doug Nichol
Editor
John Benet
Producer
Doug Nichol
Producer
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.
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Frequently Asked Questions About California Typewriter
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What is California Typewriter about?
A story about people whose lives are connected by typewriters. A meditation on creativity and technology featuring Tom Hanks, John Mayer, Sam Shepard, David McCullough and others.
Who directed California Typewriter?
California Typewriter was directed by Doug Nichol.
Who stars in California Typewriter?
The principal cast of California Typewriter includes Tom Hanks, Sam Shepard, David McCullough, John Mayer, Silvi Alcivar.
When was California Typewriter released and how long is it?
California Typewriter was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for California Typewriter?
California Typewriter holds official age classifications: DE: 0 (FSK 0 — Approved without age restriction.).