17 Blocks
Synopsis
Using two decades of intimate home video, the story of the Sanford family, whose struggles with addiction and gun violence eventually lead to a journey of love, loss, and acceptance.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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17 Blocks: The Final Cut Trailer | MTV Documentary FilmsOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-02-12
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 664 DaysRidgewood Public Library Film Series
Festival / Special Debut
April 27, 2019
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 19, 2021
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Davy Rothbart
- Screenplay & Story
- Jennifer Tiexiera, Davy Rothbart
- Original Score
- Nick Urata
- Original Title
- 17 Blocks
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Beachside Films, MTV Documentary Films, Bunny Lake Films, 21 Balloons Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Davy Rothbart
Jennifer Tiexiera, Davy Rothbart
Nick Urata
Jennifer Tiexiera
Alex Turtletaub, Rachel Dengiz, Jennifer Tiexiera, Marc Turtletaub, Cheryl Sanford
Department Leadership Roster
Davy Rothbart
Director
Jennifer Tiexiera
Writer
Davy Rothbart
Writer
Alex Turtletaub
Producer
Rachel Dengiz
Producer
Marc Turtletaub
Producer
Michael B. Clark
Producer
Jennifer Tiexiera
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 17 Blocks
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What is 17 Blocks about?
Using two decades of intimate home video, the story of the Sanford family, whose struggles with addiction and gun violence eventually lead to a journey of love, loss, and acceptance.
Who directed 17 Blocks?
17 Blocks was directed by Davy Rothbart.
Who stars in 17 Blocks?
The principal cast of 17 Blocks includes Cheryl Sanford, Emmanuel Durant Jr., Akil Sanford, Denice Sandford.
When was 17 Blocks released and how long is it?
17 Blocks was released in 2019 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for 17 Blocks?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 17 Blocks was composed by Nick Urata.
What is the age rating and content advisory for 17 Blocks?
17 Blocks holds official age classifications: FR: 10 (Interdit aux moins de 10 ans — 10+ only.).