Standard Operating Procedure
Synopsis
Investigating the infamous Abu Ghraib scandal, Errol Morris interviews American guards and Iraqi prisoners who were at the military jail before images of prisoner torture emerged in 2004. One female guard, who posed alongside fallen Iraqis in notorious images, tells Morris that her crimes were inspired by her love for another soldier, and another explains why she took photographs of her fellow troops. In the process, Morris suggests that the scandal resulted from systemic flaws in the military.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2008-10-31
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 12, 2008
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 12, 2008
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$322K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Errol Morris
- Original Score
- Danny Elfman
- Original Title
- Standard Operating Procedure
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish, Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 57m
- Worldwide Gross
- $322K
- Production Studios
- Sony Pictures Classics
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Errol Morris
Danny Elfman
Robert Chappell, Robert Richardson
Dan Mooney, Steven Hathaway, Andy Grieve
Julia Sheehan, Diane Weyermann, Jeff Skoll, Errol Morris, Martin Levin
Department Leadership Roster
Steve Hardie
Production Design
Dan Mooney
Editor
Robert Chappell
Director of Photography
Steven Hathaway
Editor
Robert Richardson
Director of Photography
Andy Grieve
Editor
Danny Elfman
Original Music Composer
Errol Morris
Producer
Julie Ahlberg
Producer
Errol Morris
Director
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is Standard Operating Procedure about?
Investigating the infamous Abu Ghraib scandal, Errol Morris interviews American guards and Iraqi prisoners who were at the military jail before images of prisoner torture emerged in 2004. One female guard, who posed alongside fallen Iraqis in notorious images, tells Morris that her crimes were inspired by her love for another soldier, and another explains why she took photographs of her fellow troops. In the process, Morris suggests that the scandal resulted from systemic flaws in the military.
Who directed Standard Operating Procedure?
Standard Operating Procedure was directed by Errol Morris.
Who stars in Standard Operating Procedure?
The principal cast of Standard Operating Procedure includes Javal Davis, Ken Davis, Tony Diaz, Tim Dugan, Lynndie England.
When was Standard Operating Procedure released and how long is it?
Standard Operating Procedure was released in 2008 with a total runtime of 1h 57m.
How much did Standard Operating Procedure make at the box office?
Standard Operating Procedure grossed $322K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Standard Operating Procedure?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Standard Operating Procedure was composed by Danny Elfman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Standard Operating Procedure?
Standard Operating Procedure holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).