Anthrax
“How do we protect ourselves”
Synopsis
When cattle mysteriously start dying of anthrax in a small Alberta ranching community, an RCMP officer tries to keep the peace as ranchers lay the blame on a local agricultural research center. A reporter encourages the angry ranchers - led by the Mountie's mother-in-law - to stage a sit-in at the research center. When an eccentric old rancher dies after being exposed to a deadly strain of anthrax, the protesters are quarantined. No one notices that the reporter has disappeared - along with several vials of the deadly bacteria. The RCMP officer begins his own investigation, gleaning information from a U.S. government agent. He finds himself racing against time to recover the stolen anthrax.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rick Stevenson
- Screenplay & Story
- Dave Schultz
- Original Score
- Michael Richard Plowman
- Original Title
- Anthrax
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Illusions Entertainment Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rick Stevenson
Dave Schultz
Michael Richard Plowman
Bruce Worrall
Bridget Durnford
Bruce Harvey
Department Leadership Roster
Rick Stevenson
Director
Dave Schultz
Writer
Bruce Harvey
Producer
Bruce Worrall
Director of Photography
Bridget Durnford
Editor
Louise Middleton
Production Design
Joan Boyko
Costume Design
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Frequently Asked Questions About Anthrax
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What is Anthrax about?
When cattle mysteriously start dying of anthrax in a small Alberta ranching community, an RCMP officer tries to keep the peace as ranchers lay the blame on a local agricultural research center. A reporter encourages the angry ranchers - led by the Mountie's mother-in-law - to stage a sit-in at the research center. When an eccentric old rancher dies after being exposed to a deadly strain of anthrax, the protesters are quarantined. No one notices that the reporter has disappeared - along with several vials of the deadly bacteria. The RCMP officer begins his own investigation, gleaning information from a U.S. government agent. He finds himself racing against time to recover the stolen anthrax.
Who directed Anthrax?
Anthrax was directed by Rick Stevenson.
Who stars in Anthrax?
The principal cast of Anthrax includes Cameron Daddo, Ed Begley Jr., Allison Hossack, Joanna Cassidy, David Keith.
When was Anthrax released and how long is it?
Anthrax was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for Anthrax?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Anthrax was composed by Michael Richard Plowman.