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IMDb20081h 30mNetherlands Antilles, Netherlands

Panman: Rhythm of the Palms

Synopsis

Panman: Rhythm of the Palms tells the story of the rise and fall of the steel drum pan player Harry Daniel. Harry is an icon of the Caribbean whose personal life suffers when he places his music above his family. For he is desperate to pass the pan culture to a younger generation. During this crusade to keep the music alive on his beloved island of St Martin he meets the exceptionally talented Jacko who becomes his star apprentice and hope for the future. Harry treats him like the son he never had. However when Harry's fame begins to diminish, Jacko turns against him and embraces instead the world of rock music. But when Harry dies unexpectedly Jacko returns to his island culture to become pan music's brilliant new icon.

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Sander Burger
Screenplay & Story
Ian Valz
Original Title
Panman: Rhythm of the Palms
Country of Origin
Netherlands Antilles, Netherlands
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 30m
Production Studios
Independent Theatre Foundation St. Martin

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Sander Burger

Screenplay & Story

Ian Valz

Department Leadership Roster

Sander Burger

Director

Ian Valz

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Panman: Rhythm of the Palms

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Panman: Rhythm of the Palms about?

Panman: Rhythm of the Palms tells the story of the rise and fall of the steel drum pan player Harry Daniel. Harry is an icon of the Caribbean whose personal life suffers when he places his music above his family. For he is desperate to pass the pan culture to a younger generation. During this crusade to keep the music alive on his beloved island of St Martin he meets the exceptionally talented Jacko who becomes his star apprentice and hope for the future. Harry treats him like the son he never had. However when Harry's fame begins to diminish, Jacko turns against him and embraces instead the world of rock music. But when Harry dies unexpectedly Jacko returns to his island culture to become pan music's brilliant new icon.

Who directed Panman: Rhythm of the Palms?

Panman: Rhythm of the Palms was directed by Sander Burger.

Who stars in Panman: Rhythm of the Palms?

The principal cast of Panman: Rhythm of the Palms includes Earl Duzong, Chet Euton, Gary Euton, Rita Gumbs, Liesbeth Kamerling.

When was Panman: Rhythm of the Palms released and how long is it?

Panman: Rhythm of the Palms was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.