The Cave
Synopsis
Carried by a rich narration from Orson Welles, this rarely seen 1973 animated adaptation of Plato’s 'allegory of the cave' populates the tale with haunting human figures, bringing retro-surreal life to the parable.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam Weiss
- Screenplay & Story
- Plato
- Original Score
- Larry Wolff
- Original Title
- The Cave
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Churchill Films, Counterpoint Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Weiss
Plato
Larry Wolff
C.B. Wismar, Nick Bosustow
Department Leadership Roster
C.B. Wismar
Producer
Nick Bosustow
Producer
Sam Weiss
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Cave.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cave
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cave about?
Carried by a rich narration from Orson Welles, this rarely seen 1973 animated adaptation of Plato’s 'allegory of the cave' populates the tale with haunting human figures, bringing retro-surreal life to the parable.
Who directed The Cave?
The Cave was directed by Sam Weiss.
Who stars in The Cave?
The principal cast of The Cave includes Orson Welles.
When was The Cave released and how long is it?
The Cave was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 9m.
Who composed the musical score for The Cave?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Cave was composed by Larry Wolff.