

Black Canaries
Synopsis
Isolated, desperate, and haunted by his coal-stained birthright, Father continues his daily descent into the accursed Maple mine— even after it has crippled his ancestors and blinded his youngest son. Set in 1907 and based on director Jesse Kreitzer’s own coal mining heritage, Black Canaries is a powerful meditation on patrimony, loyalty, and love.
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July 16, 2018
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jesse Kreitzer
- Screenplay & Story
- Jesse Kreitzer
- Original Title
- Black Canaries
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- Lanterna
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jesse Kreitzer
Jesse Kreitzer
Jesse Kreitzer
Jesse Kreitzer
Department Leadership Roster
Jesse Kreitzer
Writer
Jesse Kreitzer
Director
Jesse Kreitzer
Producer
Jesse Kreitzer
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Canaries
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Black Canaries about?
Isolated, desperate, and haunted by his coal-stained birthright, Father continues his daily descent into the accursed Maple mine— even after it has crippled his ancestors and blinded his youngest son. Set in 1907 and based on director Jesse Kreitzer’s own coal mining heritage, Black Canaries is a powerful meditation on patrimony, loyalty, and love.
Who directed Black Canaries?
Black Canaries was directed by Jesse Kreitzer.
Who stars in Black Canaries?
The principal cast of Black Canaries includes Patrick Towne, Ananka Kahlmeyer, Andrew Stewart, John Connet, River Quinn.
When was Black Canaries released and how long is it?
Black Canaries was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 15m.
