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Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story (2012): Cast

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Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story is a 2012 short drama directed by Julian Marshall, starring Joshua Wills as Shephard Fairey, Keith Jochim and Patrick Collins. It runs 23 minutes.

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Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
23 min
Director
Julian Marshall
Genre
Drama
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story About?

The premise of Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story without spoilers.

OBEY THE GIANT explores the origins of Shepard Fairey’s impactful street art movement. The film follows a young, frustrated art student who seeks recognition beyond the traditional art school system. He targets then-Mayor Buddy Cianci of Providence, Rhode Island, by creating provocative posters featuring Andre the Giant’s image superimposed over Cianci's campaign billboard. This act of rebellion puts him at risk of expulsion and legal repercussions, while also illustrating the power of art as a tool and the complexities of public attention.

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Cast & crew

Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story Cast & Characters

Joshua Wills leads the cast as Shephard Fairey, with Keith Jochim as Buddy Cianci and Patrick Collins as Dean Carter. Directed by Julian Marshall.

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Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story?

Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story runs 23 minutes.

When was Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story released?

Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story was released on May 16, 2012.

Who directed Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story?

Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story was directed by Julian Marshall.

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Who is in the cast of Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story?

Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story stars Joshua Wills as Shephard Fairey, Keith Jochim as Buddy Cianci and Patrick Collins as Dean Carter.

Does Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story have a post-credit scene?

No. Obey the Giant: The Shepard Fairey Story has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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