Prometheus
Synopsis
Tony Harrison's poetic essay on the working class - in particular the British miners -, its struggles, its dreams and its icononography - at the very end of the 20th century, as interpreted through the myth of Prometheus.
Top Cast
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Michael Feast
Hermes
Walter Sparrow
Grandad
Fern Smith
Mam
Jonathan Waistnidge
Jack
Steve Huison
Dad
Audrey Haggerty
Grandma
Dave Hill
Miner
Tim Hall
Miner
Ian Clayton
Miner
Roger Green
Miner
Paul Knaggs
Miner
James Banks
Miner
Alan Hobson
Miner
Dave Parker
Miner
Chris Franklin
Miner
Stewart Merrill
Miner
Paul Windmill
Miner
Catherine Pidd
Daughter of Ocean
Release History & Theatrical Window
Locarno Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Harrison
- Screenplay & Story
- Tony Harrison
- Original Score
- Richard Blackford
- Original Title
- Prometheus
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 4m
- Production Studios
- Film4 Productions, Holmes Associates, Arts Council of England
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Harrison
Tony Harrison
Richard Blackford
Alistair Cameron
Luke Dunkley
Andrew Holmes, Michael Kustow
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Harrison
Director
Tony Harrison
Writer
Jocelyn Herbert
Production Design
Richard Blackford
Original Music Composer
Andrew Holmes
Producer
Alistair Cameron
Director of Photography
Luke Dunkley
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Prometheus.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prometheus
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Prometheus about?
Tony Harrison's poetic essay on the working class - in particular the British miners -, its struggles, its dreams and its icononography - at the very end of the 20th century, as interpreted through the myth of Prometheus.
Who directed Prometheus?
Prometheus was directed by Tony Harrison.
Who stars in Prometheus?
The principal cast of Prometheus includes Michael Feast, Walter Sparrow, Fern Smith, Jonathan Waistnidge, Steve Huison.
When was Prometheus released and how long is it?
Prometheus was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 2h 4m.
Who composed the musical score for Prometheus?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Prometheus was composed by Richard Blackford.