Prom
Synopsis
Prom is an American tradition—a rite of passage and one of the most important rituals of American youth; a day that is never forgotten—a day full of hopes and dreams for the future. For four years, from 2006-2009, filmmaker Martin Bell and photographer Mary Ellen Mark travelled around the country and documented proms. They went to twelve high schools in 10 cities, covering a wide range of ethnic and economic groups. While Mary Ellen Mark made portraits of the Prom-goers with the 20x24 Polaroid camera, Martin Bell interviewed the students in an adjacent studio. When the project finally came to a close, Bell had interviewed over three hundred students.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martin Bell
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Bell, Mary Ellen Mark
- Original Title
- Prom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 33m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Bell
Martin Bell, Mary Ellen Mark
Department Leadership Roster
Martin Bell
Director
Martin Bell
Writer
Mary Ellen Mark
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Prom.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prom
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Prom about?
Prom is an American tradition—a rite of passage and one of the most important rituals of American youth; a day that is never forgotten—a day full of hopes and dreams for the future. For four years, from 2006-2009, filmmaker Martin Bell and photographer Mary Ellen Mark travelled around the country and documented proms. They went to twelve high schools in 10 cities, covering a wide range of ethnic and economic groups. While Mary Ellen Mark made portraits of the Prom-goers with the 20x24 Polaroid camera, Martin Bell interviewed the students in an adjacent studio. When the project finally came to a close, Bell had interviewed over three hundred students.
Who directed Prom?
Prom was directed by Martin Bell.
Who stars in Prom?
The principal cast of Prom includes Not specified.
When was Prom released and how long is it?
Prom was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 33m.