51 Birch Street
“Do you really want to know your parents?”
Synopsis
Documentary filmmaker Doug Block had every reason to believe his parents' 54-year marriage was a good one. But when his mother dies unexpectedly and his father swiftly marries his former secretary, he discovers two parents who are far more complex and troubled than he ever imagined. 51 Birch Street is a riveting personal documentary that explores a universal human question: how much about your parents do you really want to know?
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 18, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$84K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Doug Block
- Screenplay & Story
- Doug Block, Amy Seplin
- Original Score
- Machine Head, H. Scott Salinas
- Original Title
- 51 Birch Street
- Country of Origin
- Germany, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Worldwide Gross
- $84K
- Production Studios
- Copacetic Pictures, ZDF Enterprises, Priddy Brothers
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Doug Block
Doug Block, Amy Seplin
Machine Head, H. Scott Salinas
Doug Block
Amy Seplin
Doug Block, Ed Priddy, Lori Cheatle, John Priddy
Department Leadership Roster
Doug Block
Director
Doug Block
Director of Photography
Amy Seplin
Editor
Doug Block
Producer
Doug Block
Writer
Amy Seplin
Writer
Machine Head
Original Music Composer
Lori Cheatle
Producer
H. Scott Salinas
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About 51 Birch Street
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is 51 Birch Street about?
Documentary filmmaker Doug Block had every reason to believe his parents' 54-year marriage was a good one. But when his mother dies unexpectedly and his father swiftly marries his former secretary, he discovers two parents who are far more complex and troubled than he ever imagined. 51 Birch Street is a riveting personal documentary that explores a universal human question: how much about your parents do you really want to know?
Who directed 51 Birch Street?
51 Birch Street was directed by Doug Block.
Who stars in 51 Birch Street?
The principal cast of 51 Birch Street includes Carol Block, Doug Block, Ellen Block.
When was 51 Birch Street released and how long is it?
51 Birch Street was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
How much did 51 Birch Street make at the box office?
51 Birch Street grossed $84K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for 51 Birch Street?
The original motion picture soundtrack for 51 Birch Street was composed by Machine Head, H. Scott Salinas.