Tomboy
Synopsis
Shot over a five-year period in a nuanced, cinematic style, Tomboy tells the story of four women drummers, making their mark in a stereotypically masculine field. Together they span sixty years of popular music - celebrated through a trove of previously unseen archival footage, intimate portraiture, insightful interviews and some serious drumming skills. The film captures the intoxicating atmosphere onstage, then goes beyond to chart each artist’s personal journey, converging in a unique celebration of the female experience that hits hard and hits home
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Release History & Theatrical Window
SXSW Film Festival 2020
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lindsay Lindenbaum
- Original Title
- Tomboy
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Engel Entertainment, Women Make Movies
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lindsay Lindenbaum
Lindsay Lindenbaum
Sandra Itäinen
Steven M. Engel, Helen D. 'Heidi' Reavis, Eleanor Emptage
Department Leadership Roster
Lindsay Lindenbaum
Director
Lindsay Lindenbaum
Director of Photography
Sandra Itäinen
Editor
Eleanor Emptage
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Tomboy.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tomboy
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tomboy about?
Shot over a five-year period in a nuanced, cinematic style, Tomboy tells the story of four women drummers, making their mark in a stereotypically masculine field. Together they span sixty years of popular music - celebrated through a trove of previously unseen archival footage, intimate portraiture, insightful interviews and some serious drumming skills. The film captures the intoxicating atmosphere onstage, then goes beyond to chart each artist’s personal journey, converging in a unique celebration of the female experience that hits hard and hits home
Who directed Tomboy?
Tomboy was directed by Lindsay Lindenbaum.
Who stars in Tomboy?
The principal cast of Tomboy includes Samantha Maloney, Chase Noelle, Bo-Pah, Bobbye Hall.
When was Tomboy released and how long is it?
Tomboy was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.