The Found Footage Phenomenon
“The story of a global sensation.”
Synopsis
The documentary tracks the origins of the found footage technique and how it transformed with technological changes throughout the last few decades.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-04-12
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Frightfest
Festival / Special Debut
May 18, 2022
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Phillip Escott, Sarah Appleton
- Screenplay & Story
- Phillip Escott, Sarah Appleton
- Original Score
- Simon Boswell
- Original Title
- The Found Footage Phenomenon
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Caprisar Productions, Fractured Visions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Phillip Escott, Sarah Appleton
Phillip Escott, Sarah Appleton
Simon Boswell
Phillip Escott, Sarah Appleton
Phillip Escott, Sarah Appleton
Department Leadership Roster
Phillip Escott
Writer
Phillip Escott
Director
Sarah Appleton
Writer
Sarah Appleton
Director
Phillip Escott
Editor
Sarah Appleton
Editor
Phillip Escott
Producer
Sarah Appleton
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Found Footage Phenomenon
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What is The Found Footage Phenomenon about?
The documentary tracks the origins of the found footage technique and how it transformed with technological changes throughout the last few decades.
Who directed The Found Footage Phenomenon?
The Found Footage Phenomenon was directed by Phillip Escott, Sarah Appleton.
Who stars in The Found Footage Phenomenon?
The principal cast of The Found Footage Phenomenon includes André Øvredal, Patrick Brice, Ruggero Deodato, James Cullen Bressack, Eduardo Sánchez.
When was The Found Footage Phenomenon released and how long is it?
The Found Footage Phenomenon was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for The Found Footage Phenomenon?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Found Footage Phenomenon was composed by Simon Boswell.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Found Footage Phenomenon?
The Found Footage Phenomenon holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).