Facing West
Synopsis
A cinematic setting of poems by Walt Whitman that span his whole life's work, commemorating his bicentennial year. Features the poet's Long Island native "personator" Darrel Blaine Ford, manifesting and reciting "Song of Myself," "There Was a Child Went Forth," "Give Me the Splendid Silent Sun" and "Facing West From California's Shores." Filmed at the poet's birthplace, the Long Island shore, Manhattan, and where West meets East.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 2020
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- H. Paul Moon
- Screenplay & Story
- Walt Whitman
- Original Score
- Frank Horvat
- Original Title
- Facing West
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Zen Violence Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
H. Paul Moon
Walt Whitman
Frank Horvat
H. Paul Moon
H. Paul Moon
Department Leadership Roster
H. Paul Moon
Director of Photography
H. Paul Moon
Director
Walt Whitman
Writer
H. Paul Moon
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Facing West
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What is Facing West about?
A cinematic setting of poems by Walt Whitman that span his whole life's work, commemorating his bicentennial year. Features the poet's Long Island native "personator" Darrel Blaine Ford, manifesting and reciting "Song of Myself," "There Was a Child Went Forth," "Give Me the Splendid Silent Sun" and "Facing West From California's Shores." Filmed at the poet's birthplace, the Long Island shore, Manhattan, and where West meets East.
Who directed Facing West?
Facing West was directed by H. Paul Moon.
Who stars in Facing West?
The principal cast of Facing West includes Darrel Blaine Ford, Adalie Morales.
When was Facing West released and how long is it?
Facing West was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 9m.
Who composed the musical score for Facing West?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Facing West was composed by Frank Horvat.