Who Killed the Federal Theatre?(2003)
Who Killed the Federal Theatre? Synopsis
Part journalistic investigation and part performance documentary, "Who Killed The Federal Theater?" tells the story of the Federal Theatre Project within the context of a volatile period in the political, social and cultural history of the United States. The film features interview segments with playwrights, including Arthur Miller, and with actors, directors, designers, and historians. It also incorporates rare archival materials and dramatic sequences, including professionally re-created scenes from Federal Theatre productions that transport viewers back in time to a bygone era in American history and entertainment.
Who Killed the Federal Theatre? (2003) is a history, documentary and tv movie film, released on October 3, 2003 with a runtime of 1h 30m. It stars Judd Hirsch, Tony Simione, Bette Cassatt and Sarah Ecton. Viewers rate it 10.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Writers:
- Ruth Pollak
- Cinematographer:
- Art Fitzsimmons
- Production:
- Educational Film Center
- Status:
- Released
Who Killed the Federal Theatre? Cast & Crew
Main cast
Judd Hirsch
as Narrator
- Tony Simione
Tony Simione
as Actor (The Cradle Will Rock)
- Bette Cassatt
Bette Cassatt
as Pinecone (Revolt of the Beavers)
- Sarah Ecton
Sarah Ecton
as Beaver (Revolt of the Beavers)
- Christi Etcher
Christi Etcher
as Beaver (Revolt of the Beavers)
- Gavin Peretti
Gavin Peretti
as Beaver (Revolt of the Beavers)
Key crew
written by Ruth Pollak.
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Who Killed the Federal Theatre? Reviews & Ratings
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The main cast of Who Killed the Federal Theatre? (2003) includes Judd Hirsch, Tony Simione, Bette Cassatt, Sarah Ecton and Christi Etcher. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
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Who Killed the Federal Theatre? was released on October 3, 2003 and runs for 1h 30m.
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Who Killed the Federal Theatre? (2003) holds an average rating of 10.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy history, documentary and tv movie films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.