How a Kite Flies(2017)
How a Kite Flies Synopsis
Sir Ian McKellen voices an alcoholic kite. A down-and-out who prefers to hang around his dingy local strip joint rather than get out into the blue sky. But when memories of happier times come back to haunt him, he decides to take action and try one last flight.
How a Kite Flies (2017) is a drama and comedy film directed by Ben Gough, released on April 28, 2017 with a runtime of 6m. It stars Ian McKellen, Marion Burge, Lily Lowe-Myers and Marat Khairoullin.
- Director:
- Ben Gough
- Writers:
- Ben Gough
- Producers:
- Jemilah Findlay, Cheryl Payne
- Cinematographer:
- Darran Bragg
- Production:
- Homespun
- Status:
- Released
How a Kite Flies Cast & Crew
Main cast
Ian McKellen
as Mr. Kite (voice)
- Marion Burge
Marion Burge
as Barmaid
- Lily Lowe-Myers
Lily Lowe-Myers
as Mum
Marat Khairoullin
as Homeless Man
- Marlow Gough
Marlow Gough
as Sebastian
Austin Hardiman
as Barfly
- Robyn Cooper
Robyn Cooper
as Hostess
- Nick Halilaj
Nick Halilaj
as Doorman
Key crew
Directed by Ben Gough, written by Ben Gough, produced by Jemilah Findlay and Cheryl Payne.
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How a Kite Flies – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in How a Kite Flies?
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The main cast of How a Kite Flies (2017) includes Ian McKellen, Marion Burge, Lily Lowe-Myers, Marat Khairoullin and Marlow Gough. The film was directed by Ben Gough. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was How a Kite Flies released?
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How a Kite Flies was released on April 28, 2017 and runs for 6m.