Dark
Synopsis
Dark, the debut feature film of up-and-coming Chicago-based indie filmmaker Darryl Bullock, became an official selection at the 2003 Toronto International Film Festival, Chicago International Film Festival, Urbanworld Film Festival, and American Black Film Festival, and receives its first home video release from Cheeseburger Films. It tells the story of one Dark Freeman (Jason Bonner), a young African American man who finds himself torn between his tough urban roots - living as a resident on the impoverished, crime-ridden south side of Chicago - and his day-to-day life, in the comparatively wealthy and privileged University of Chicago, where he is enrolled as a student. Walking between the two worlds, Freeman must find a way to succeed in both, with the help of lovers, family members, close friends and acquaintances.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 30, 2003
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.A. Bullock
- Screenplay & Story
- D.A. Bullock
- Original Title
- Dark
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- 33 Degrees
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.A. Bullock
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Director
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Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dark
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What is Dark about?
Dark, the debut feature film of up-and-coming Chicago-based indie filmmaker Darryl Bullock, became an official selection at the 2003 Toronto International Film Festival, Chicago International Film Festival, Urbanworld Film Festival, and American Black Film Festival, and receives its first home video release from Cheeseburger Films. It tells the story of one Dark Freeman (Jason Bonner), a young African American man who finds himself torn between his tough urban roots - living as a resident on the impoverished, crime-ridden south side of Chicago - and his day-to-day life, in the comparatively wealthy and privileged University of Chicago, where he is enrolled as a student. Walking between the two worlds, Freeman must find a way to succeed in both, with the help of lovers, family members, close friends and acquaintances.
Who directed Dark?
Dark was directed by D.A. Bullock.
Who stars in Dark?
The principal cast of Dark includes Jason H. Bonner, Elizabeth Isibue, Elijah Long, Vince Green, Janina Gavankar.
When was Dark released and how long is it?
Dark was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dark?
Dark holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).