The Amendment
Synopsis
The Amendment is a powerful and inspiring true story of finding triumph over tragedy, injustice, and loss. In 1979, Brooks Douglass and his sister Leslie survived a devastating crime that rocked their community and took their parents’ lives. Initially sent into an emotional tailspin, Brooks regained his footing, became Oklahoma’s youngest state senator, and championed important victims’ rights legislation. It is not until his quest for justice brings him face to face with his parents’ killer that he finds the lessons of his father may hold the answer to finally finding peace.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2018
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Brown
- Screenplay & Story
- Paul Brown, Brooks Douglass
- Original Title
- The Amendment
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Brown
Paul Brown, Brooks Douglass
Denis Maloney
Michael Darrow
Brooks Douglass, Payton Dunham, Paul Brown, Brent Ryan Green, Larry Moss
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Brown
Director
Paul Brown
Writer
Brooks Douglass
Producer
Payton Dunham
Producer
Paul Brown
Producer
Brooks Douglass
Writer
Michael Darrow
Editor
Rachel Lee Payne Darrow
Production Design
Denis Maloney
Director of Photography
Jillian Bundrick
Costume Design
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What is The Amendment about?
The Amendment is a powerful and inspiring true story of finding triumph over tragedy, injustice, and loss. In 1979, Brooks Douglass and his sister Leslie survived a devastating crime that rocked their community and took their parents’ lives. Initially sent into an emotional tailspin, Brooks regained his footing, became Oklahoma’s youngest state senator, and championed important victims’ rights legislation. It is not until his quest for justice brings him face to face with his parents’ killer that he finds the lessons of his father may hold the answer to finally finding peace.
Who directed The Amendment?
The Amendment was directed by Paul Brown.
Who stars in The Amendment?
The principal cast of The Amendment includes Mike Vogel, Taryn Manning, Silas Weir Mitchell, Erin Chambers, Kelly Curran.
When was The Amendment released and how long is it?
The Amendment was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.