Waterproof
“Eli Zeal is about to learn that to err is human... and to forgive divine.”
Synopsis
Single mother Tyree Battle struggles to keep her young son Thaniel away from the gang-plagued city streets that he is mixed up in. Under severe gang pressure, Thaniel accidentally shoots Jewish shopkeeper Eli Zeal in a botched robbery attempt. Tyree, protecting her son from the law, kidnaps Eli and flees to her hometown of Waterproof.
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Waterproof (2000) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-10-27
Top Cast
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Whitman Mayo
Sugar
April Grace
Tyree Battle
Burt Reynolds
Eli Zeal
Cordereau Dye
Thaniel Battle
Brandon Crawford
Gang Kid #1
Ja'net DuBois
Viola Battle
Orlando Jones
Natty Battle
Anthony Lee
'Brother Big' Battle
Lou Criscuolo
Garage Manager
Al Wiggins
D.C. Detective
Gil Johnson
Chris Hardwick
Leland L. Jones
Rev. Ferris Grouse
Darrell Harlee
Church Piano Player
Joe Inscoe
Dr. Austin
Whitney Tucker
Tyree, 6 years old
Chuck Kinlaw
Deputy Vizard
Louis C. Robins
D.C. Detective (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Barry Berman
- Original Score
- J. Peter Robinson
- Original Title
- Waterproof
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Barry Berman
J. Peter Robinson
Department Leadership Roster
Barry Berman
Director
J. Peter Robinson
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterproof
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What is Waterproof about?
Single mother Tyree Battle struggles to keep her young son Thaniel away from the gang-plagued city streets that he is mixed up in. Under severe gang pressure, Thaniel accidentally shoots Jewish shopkeeper Eli Zeal in a botched robbery attempt. Tyree, protecting her son from the law, kidnaps Eli and flees to her hometown of Waterproof.
Who directed Waterproof?
Waterproof was directed by Barry Berman.
Who stars in Waterproof?
The principal cast of Waterproof includes Whitman Mayo, April Grace, Burt Reynolds, Cordereau Dye, Brandon Crawford.
When was Waterproof released and how long is it?
Waterproof was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Who composed the musical score for Waterproof?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Waterproof was composed by J. Peter Robinson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Waterproof?
Waterproof holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).