The Topdog Diaries
Synopsis
An intimate portrait of Suzan-Lori Parks, featuring actors Don Cheadle and Jeffrey Wright. The film shows the playwright’s process and how a play gets produced in behind-the-scenes footage of Topdog/Underdog in rehearsal and performance. It captures the play’s triumphant Broadway debut and traces Parks’ opportunities, challenges, and personal milestones during the production of her 2002 Pulitzer Prize winner.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Oren Jacoby
- Original Score
- Brian Keane, Paul Oscher
- Original Title
- The Topdog Diaries
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- ITVS, Storyville Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Oren Jacoby
Brian Keane, Paul Oscher
Joshua Waletzky
Oren Jacoby, Jac Venza
Department Leadership Roster
Joshua Waletzky
Editor
Oren Jacoby
Director
Oren Jacoby
Producer
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What is The Topdog Diaries about?
An intimate portrait of Suzan-Lori Parks, featuring actors Don Cheadle and Jeffrey Wright. The film shows the playwright’s process and how a play gets produced in behind-the-scenes footage of Topdog/Underdog in rehearsal and performance. It captures the play’s triumphant Broadway debut and traces Parks’ opportunities, challenges, and personal milestones during the production of her 2002 Pulitzer Prize winner.
Who directed The Topdog Diaries?
The Topdog Diaries was directed by Oren Jacoby.
Who stars in The Topdog Diaries?
The principal cast of The Topdog Diaries includes Don Cheadle, Suzan-Lori Parks, George C. Wolfe, Jeffrey Wright.
When was The Topdog Diaries released and how long is it?
The Topdog Diaries was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 54m.
Who composed the musical score for The Topdog Diaries?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Topdog Diaries was composed by Brian Keane, Paul Oscher.