The Vandal
Synopsis
Set in a world not unlike mid-20th century America, The Vandal centers on Harold, whose tormented search for peace from traumatic loss results in an unexpectedly destructive awakening after he undergoes a lobotomy. When the procedure “turns his mind inside out” and his great love is suddenly gone, Harold’s desperate search intensifies.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2021-12-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Directors' Fortnight
Festival / Special Debut
December 13, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eddie Alcazar
- Screenplay & Story
- Eddie Alcazar
- Original Score
- Kris Bowers
- Original Title
- The Vandal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- Protozoa Pictures, Brainfeeder Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eddie Alcazar
Eddie Alcazar
Kris Bowers
Eddie Alcazar, Steve Forner
Eddie Alcazar, Javier Lovato, Thomas Hildreth, Darren Aronofsky, Scott Franklin
Department Leadership Roster
Eddie Alcazar
Director
Eddie Alcazar
Writer
Eddie Alcazar
Editor
Eddie Alcazar
Producer
Javier Lovato
Producer
Thomas Hildreth
Producer
Paul Rice
Production Design
Calder Greenwood
Production Design
Steve Forner
Editor
Kris Bowers
Original Music Composer
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What is The Vandal about?
Set in a world not unlike mid-20th century America, The Vandal centers on Harold, whose tormented search for peace from traumatic loss results in an unexpectedly destructive awakening after he undergoes a lobotomy. When the procedure “turns his mind inside out” and his great love is suddenly gone, Harold’s desperate search intensifies.
Who directed The Vandal?
The Vandal was directed by Eddie Alcazar.
Who stars in The Vandal?
The principal cast of The Vandal includes Bill Duke, Abbey Lee, Baadja-Lyne Odums, Maurice Compte, Thomas Hildreth.
When was The Vandal released and how long is it?
The Vandal was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for The Vandal?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Vandal was composed by Kris Bowers.