AKA
“Lies are like wishes: tell enough of them... some of them come true.”
Synopsis
In 1970s Britain, 18-year old Dean feels hampered by his working-class background and his family. In order to make something of himself, he assumes another identity and manages to enter high society. Uses a unique projection technique that displays three side-by-side frames of nearly simultaneous action, giving the impression of simultaneous events, rather than a multi-camera recording. This innovative "three-camera" or triple-image effect was an "almost innovation" for the time, offering a novel cinematic experience alongside the film's compelling story and strong direction.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2012-09-06
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Matthew Leitch
Dean Page
Diana Quick
Lady Gryffoyn
George Asprey
David
Rachel Pickup
Stella Primrose
Sam Newman
Stephen
Lindsey Coulson
Georgie
Blake Ritson
Alexander Gryffoyn
Peter Youngblood Hills
Benjamin
Geoff Bell
Brian Page
Hannah Yelland
Camille Sturton
Bill Nighy
Uncle Louis Gryffoyn
Fenella Woolgar
Sarah
Sean Gilder
Tim Lyttleton
Robin Soans
Neil Frost
Stephen Boxer
Dermot
Neil Maskell
Marcus
Kathryn Pogson
Freddy Furnish
Georgina Hale
Elizabeth of Lithuania
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 19, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Duncan Roy
- Screenplay & Story
- Duncan Roy
- Original Title
- AKA
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Production Studios
- UK Film Council, Bard Entertainments
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Duncan Roy
Duncan Roy
Ingrid Domeij, Claire Vinson, Steve Smith, Scott Taylor, Steve Brooke Smith
Jon Cross, Jackie Ophir, Victoria Boydell
Paul Trijbits, Duncan Roy, Margaret Matheson, Julian Hayward, Richard West
Department Leadership Roster
Duncan Roy
Director
Ingrid Domeij
Director of Photography
Jon Cross
Editor
Claire Vinson
Director of Photography
Jackie Ophir
Editor
Steve Smith
Director of Photography
Scott Taylor
Director of Photography
Steve Brooke Smith
Director of Photography
Victoria Boydell
Editor
Lawrence Catford
Editor
Richard West
Producer
Duncan Roy
Writer
Duncan Roy
Producer
Philip Robinson
Production Design
David Thomas
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About AKA
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What is AKA about?
In 1970s Britain, 18-year old Dean feels hampered by his working-class background and his family. In order to make something of himself, he assumes another identity and manages to enter high society. Uses a unique projection technique that displays three side-by-side frames of nearly simultaneous action, giving the impression of simultaneous events, rather than a multi-camera recording. This innovative "three-camera" or triple-image effect was an "almost innovation" for the time, offering a novel cinematic experience alongside the film's compelling story and strong direction.
Who directed AKA?
AKA was directed by Duncan Roy.
Who stars in AKA?
The principal cast of AKA includes Matthew Leitch, Diana Quick, George Asprey, Rachel Pickup, Sam Newman.
When was AKA released and how long is it?
AKA was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.