Sherman's March
“An improbable search for love”
Synopsis
Documentarian Ross McElwee originally set out to make a travelogue of sorts tracing General William T. Sherman's infamous scorched-earth march through the Confederacy in the latter stages of the Civil War. Instead, haunted by a recent breakup with a girlfriend, McElwee ends up documenting his progress -- or lack thereof -- in starting a new relationship. His journey then becomes one of self-reflection and self-discovery rather than a historical/sociological exploration.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Festival / Special Debut
September 5, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
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Production Budget
$75K
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ross McElwee
- Screenplay & Story
- Ross McElwee
- Original Title
- Sherman's March
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 38m
- Production Budget
- $75K
- Production Studios
- First Run Features
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ross McElwee
Ross McElwee
Ross McElwee
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Ross McElwee
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Ross McElwee
Writer
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Director of Photography
Ross McElwee
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sherman's March
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What is Sherman's March about?
Documentarian Ross McElwee originally set out to make a travelogue of sorts tracing General William T. Sherman's infamous scorched-earth march through the Confederacy in the latter stages of the Civil War. Instead, haunted by a recent breakup with a girlfriend, McElwee ends up documenting his progress -- or lack thereof -- in starting a new relationship. His journey then becomes one of self-reflection and self-discovery rather than a historical/sociological exploration.
Who directed Sherman's March?
Sherman's March was directed by Ross McElwee.
Who stars in Sherman's March?
The principal cast of Sherman's March includes Ross McElwee, Dede McElwee, Patricia Rendleman, Charleen Swansea, Ross McElwee Jr..
When was Sherman's March released and how long is it?
Sherman's March was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 2h 38m.