
The Origin of Atherton
Synopsis
Based upon "The Death Ray" by Dan Clowes, a strange girl's life gets stranger still, when she discovers secrets and powers heretofore unknown. A comic tragedy unfolds when supposed super-heroics and questions of nature versus nurture arise, amid cigarette smoke and 4 color teenage jealousy.
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July 20, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pietre Valbuena
- Screenplay & Story
- Pietre Valbuena
- Original Title
- The Origin of Atherton
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 22m
- Production Studios
- Peebus Beeus Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pietre Valbuena
Pietre Valbuena, Daniel Clowes
Pietre Valbuena
Pietre Valbuena
Department Leadership Roster
Pietre Valbuena
Director
Pietre Valbuena
Director of Photography
Pietre Valbuena
Editor
Pietre Valbuena
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Origin of Atherton
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Origin of Atherton about?
Based upon "The Death Ray" by Dan Clowes, a strange girl's life gets stranger still, when she discovers secrets and powers heretofore unknown. A comic tragedy unfolds when supposed super-heroics and questions of nature versus nurture arise, amid cigarette smoke and 4 color teenage jealousy.
Who directed The Origin of Atherton?
The Origin of Atherton was directed by Pietre Valbuena.
Who stars in The Origin of Atherton?
The principal cast of The Origin of Atherton includes Laura Goetz, Roxanne Weippert, Robin Booth, Don Deere, Lindsay Anderson.
When was The Origin of Atherton released and how long is it?
The Origin of Atherton was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 22m.
