The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain
“Kenneth Chamberlain Sr. accidentally triggered his medical alert pendant at 5:22am. By 7:00am he was dead.”
Synopsis
Based on the true story of the events that led to the death of Kenneth Chamberlain Sr., an elderly African American veteran with bipolar disorder, who was killed during a conflict with police officers who were dispatched to check on him.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2022-03-14
Top Cast
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Frankie Faison
Kenneth Chamberlain Sr.
Enrico Natale
Officer Michael Rossi
Ben Marten
Officer Patrick Jackson
Angela Peel
Tonyia Greenhill
Tom McElroy
Sergeant Flannigan
LaRoyce Hawkins
Kenneth Chamberlain Jr.
Christopher R Ellis
Officer Talbot
Anika Noni Rose
Candace Wade
Antonio Polk
Officer Evans
Dexter Zollicoffer
Roland Green
Kelly Owens
Mitzi Pratt
Armando Reyes
Armando Ruiz
Steve O'Connell
Sergeant Parks
Eunice Woods
Karen Chamberlain
Daniel Houle
Lieutenant Hughes
Linda Bright Clay
Carol Matthews
Alexander Strong
Ava Chamberlain
Nayeli Pagaza
911 Operator
Release History & Theatrical Window
Austin Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 17, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 5, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Midell
- Screenplay & Story
- David Midell
- Original Score
- Garrett Beelow, King Luck
- Original Title
- The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Redbird Entertainment, Voltage Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Midell
David Midell
Garrett Beelow, King Luck
Camrin Petramale
Enrico Natale
Gary Lucchesi, Morgan Freeman, Enrico Natale, Chris Paladino, Lori McCreary
Department Leadership Roster
Camrin Petramale
Director of Photography
Jacquelin Stanford
Production Design
Enrico Natale
Producer
Enrico Natale
Editor
Garrett Beelow
Original Music Composer
David Midell
Producer
King Luck
Original Music Composer
Amanda Vander Byl
Costume Design
Gabriel Marroquin
Stunt Coordinator
Adam Orton
Visual Effects Supervisor
David Midell
Director
David Midell
Writer
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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What is The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain about?
Based on the true story of the events that led to the death of Kenneth Chamberlain Sr., an elderly African American veteran with bipolar disorder, who was killed during a conflict with police officers who were dispatched to check on him.
Who directed The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain?
The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain was directed by David Midell.
Who stars in The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain?
The principal cast of The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain includes Frankie Faison, Enrico Natale, Ben Marten, Angela Peel, Tom McElroy.
When was The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain released and how long is it?
The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
Who composed the musical score for The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain was composed by Garrett Beelow, King Luck.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain?
The Killing of Kenneth Chamberlain holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).