David
Synopsis
During the fertile early years of Drew Associates following the breakthrough of Primary, came this seldom-seen portrait of David Allen, a jazz trumpeter struggling in the Santa Monica drug rehabilitation center Synanon House. Pennebaker’s love of music drew him to David and the film prefigures later portraits such as Dont Look Back. He teamed with Life photographer William Ray and producer Gregory Shuker.
Top Cast
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January 1, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Ray, Gregory Shuker, D. A. Pennebaker
- Original Score
- Synanon Combo
- Original Title
- David
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Time Life Films, United States Information Agency (USIA), Drew Associates
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Ray, Gregory Shuker, D. A. Pennebaker
Synanon Combo
Walter Sampson, Mike Jackson
Robert Drew
Department Leadership Roster
William Ray
Director
Gregory Shuker
Director
D. A. Pennebaker
Director
Walter Sampson
Editor
Mike Jackson
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for David.
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Frequently Asked Questions About David
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is David about?
During the fertile early years of Drew Associates following the breakthrough of Primary, came this seldom-seen portrait of David Allen, a jazz trumpeter struggling in the Santa Monica drug rehabilitation center Synanon House. Pennebaker’s love of music drew him to David and the film prefigures later portraits such as Dont Look Back. He teamed with Life photographer William Ray and producer Gregory Shuker.
Who directed David?
David was directed by William Ray, Gregory Shuker, D. A. Pennebaker.
Who stars in David?
The principal cast of David includes David Allen, Joseph Julian.
When was David released and how long is it?
David was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 50m.
Who composed the musical score for David?
The original motion picture soundtrack for David was composed by Synanon Combo.