Four Feet Up
“Youth, Fighting Poverty & Harm Reduction”
Synopsis
Four Feet Up is an intimate portrayal of child poverty in Canada by award-winning photographer and documentary filmmaker Nance Ackerman. Twenty years after the promise of the House of Commons 'to eliminate poverty among Canadian children,' 8-year-old Isaiah contemplates what 'less fortunate' means as he finds his voice through his own magical drawings and photographs. Four Feet Up invites us into the lives of this determined family, revealing an intimate and touching experience of child poverty in one of the world's richest nations.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nance Ackerman
- Screenplay & Story
- Nance Ackerman
- Original Score
- Nance Ackerman, Jamie Alcorn
- Original Title
- Four Feet Up
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 47m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nance Ackerman
Nance Ackerman
Nance Ackerman, Jamie Alcorn
Christopher Ball, Jason Buxton, Katrina Swift, John Walker, Tim Wilson
Nance Ackerman, Roz Power
Annette Clarke, Kent Martin
Department Leadership Roster
Nance Ackerman
Director
Nance Ackerman
Writer
Annette Clarke
Producer
Christopher Ball
Director of Photography
Nance Ackerman
Editor
Roz Power
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Four Feet Up.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Four Feet Up
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Four Feet Up about?
Four Feet Up is an intimate portrayal of child poverty in Canada by award-winning photographer and documentary filmmaker Nance Ackerman. Twenty years after the promise of the House of Commons 'to eliminate poverty among Canadian children,' 8-year-old Isaiah contemplates what 'less fortunate' means as he finds his voice through his own magical drawings and photographs. Four Feet Up invites us into the lives of this determined family, revealing an intimate and touching experience of child poverty in one of the world's richest nations.
Who directed Four Feet Up?
Four Feet Up was directed by Nance Ackerman.
Who stars in Four Feet Up?
The principal cast of Four Feet Up includes Not specified.
When was Four Feet Up released and how long is it?
Four Feet Up was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Four Feet Up?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Four Feet Up was composed by Nance Ackerman, Jamie Alcorn.