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Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars (1987): Cast

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Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars is a 1987 documentary directed by Howard Brookner, starring Robert Wilson, Philip Glass and Ingrid Andree. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes.

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Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars (1987) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Howard Brookner
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
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The story

What Is Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars About?

The premise of Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars without spoilers.

The film follows avant‑garde director Robert Wilson as he races to stage a twelve‑hour, multinational opera for the 1984 Summer Olympics, confronting a hectic schedule, funding woes, and relentless travel. It explores his distinctive theatrical style in The Civil Wars: A Tree Is Best Measured When It Is Down, marked by painterly, minimalist visuals, inventive stage sets, and collaborations with non‑actors such as autistic poet Christopher Knowles.

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Cast & crew

Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars Cast

Robert Wilson leads the cast, with Philip Glass and Ingrid Andree. Directed by Howard Brookner; 5 actors are credited in all.

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One more film directed by Howard Brookner: Burroughs: The Movie.

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Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars?

Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars released?

Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars was released on September 14, 1987.

Who directed Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars?

Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars was directed by Howard Brookner.

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Who is in the cast of Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars?

Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars stars Robert Wilson, Philip Glass and Ingrid Andree, among 5 credited actors.

Does Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars have a post-credit scene?

No. Robert Wilson and the Civil Wars has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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