Surfacing(1981)
A Hazardous Search Becomes A Passionate Struggle
Surfacing Synopsis
Following her father's puzzling disappearance, Kate and her city-bred companions brave the untamed backwoods in a desperate search for him. However, the harsh environment becomes a dangerous catalyst for their explosive mix of personalities, propelling them into a world of raw emotion and unbridled passion.
Surfacing (1981) is a drama film directed by Claude Jutra, released on July 25, 1981 with a runtime of 1h 29m. It stars Kathleen Beller, R.H. Thomson, Joseph Bottoms and Michael Ironside. Viewers rate it 4.7 out of 10 across 7 ratings.
- Director:
- Claude Jutra
- Writers:
- Margaret Atwood
- Producers:
- Beryl Fox
- Cinematographer:
- Richard Leiterman
- Composer:
- Jean Cousineau
- Production:
- Surfacing Film Productions, Famous Players, Canadian Film Development Corporation
- Budget:
- $2,250,000
- Status:
- Released
Surfacing Cast & Crew
Main cast
Kathleen Beller
as Kate
R.H. Thomson
as David
Joseph Bottoms
as Joe
Michael Ironside
as Wayne
- Margaret Dragu
Margaret Dragu
as Anna
- Larry Schwartz
Larry Schwartz
as Rod
- James Buller
James Buller
as Paul
- Matthew McCauley
Matthew McCauley
as Roger
- Diane Bigelow
Diane Bigelow
as Nikki
- Mark Letterman
Mark Letterman
as Gas Station Attendant
Key crew
Directed by Claude Jutra, written by Margaret Atwood, produced by Beryl Fox.
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Surfacing Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.7/10 from 7 ratings.
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Surfacing – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Surfacing online?
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Who stars in Surfacing?
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The main cast of Surfacing (1981) includes Kathleen Beller, R.H. Thomson, Joseph Bottoms, Michael Ironside and Margaret Dragu. The film was directed by Claude Jutra. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Surfacing released?
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Surfacing was released on July 25, 1981 and runs for 1h 29m.
Is Surfacing worth watching?
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Surfacing (1981) holds an average rating of 4.7 out of 10 from 7 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.