
Waterlife
“The epic journey of our water”
Synopsis
Waterlife is a documentary film about the Great Lakes that follows the flow of the lakes' water from the Nipigon River to the Atlantic Ocean. The film's goal is to take viewers on a tour of an incredibly beautiful ecosystem that is facing complex challenges.
Top Cast
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Ernest Benedict
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John K. Bruce
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Robert Budds
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Harriet F. Cassick
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Jacob W. Cassick
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Leonard R. Cassick
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Pat Chow Frasier
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Robert S. Christenson
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Christopher Clayton Carlson
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Dan Kouchie
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Andrea Curtis
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Erica Curtis
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Veronik de La Chenelière
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Joanne Dejonges
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 2, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kevin McMahon
- Screenplay & Story
- Kevin McMahon
- Original Score
- Kurt Swinghammer
- Original Title
- Waterlife
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin McMahon
Kevin McMahon
Kurt Swinghammer
John M. Tran
Christopher Donaldson
Mark Achbar, Silva Basmajian, Betsy Carson, Gerry Flahive, Kristina McLaughlin
Department Leadership Roster
Kevin McMahon
Director
Kevin McMahon
Writer
Gerry Flahive
Producer
Kristina McLaughlin
Producer
Christopher Donaldson
Editor
John M. Tran
Director of Photography
Michael McMahon
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Waterlife.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterlife
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Waterlife about?
Waterlife is a documentary film about the Great Lakes that follows the flow of the lakes' water from the Nipigon River to the Atlantic Ocean. The film's goal is to take viewers on a tour of an incredibly beautiful ecosystem that is facing complex challenges.
Who directed Waterlife?
Waterlife was directed by Kevin McMahon.
Who stars in Waterlife?
The principal cast of Waterlife includes Bruce Baur, Ernest Benedict, John K. Bruce, Robert Budds, Harriet F. Cassick.
When was Waterlife released and how long is it?
Waterlife was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
Who composed the musical score for Waterlife?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Waterlife was composed by Kurt Swinghammer.

















