Sunshine State
Synopsis
Steve McQueen’s first new artwork since his major commission Year 3 at Tate Britain in 2019, Sunshine State is a two-channel video projection shown on both sides of two screens placed one next to the other. Opening with footage of a burning sun, the work unfolds exploring images from the musical drama The Jazz Singer (1927), starring the famous singer Al Jolson. The film is known as the first "talkie" in the history of cinema that uses synchronised dialogue.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 26, 2023
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steve McQueen
- Original Title
- Sunshine State
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steve McQueen
Department Leadership Roster
Steve McQueen
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Sunshine State.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sunshine State
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sunshine State about?
Steve McQueen’s first new artwork since his major commission Year 3 at Tate Britain in 2019, Sunshine State is a two-channel video projection shown on both sides of two screens placed one next to the other. Opening with footage of a burning sun, the work unfolds exploring images from the musical drama The Jazz Singer (1927), starring the famous singer Al Jolson. The film is known as the first "talkie" in the history of cinema that uses synchronised dialogue.
Who directed Sunshine State?
Sunshine State was directed by Steve McQueen.
Who stars in Sunshine State?
The principal cast of Sunshine State includes Al Jolson.
When was Sunshine State released and how long is it?
Sunshine State was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 30m.