These Amazing Shadows (2011): Cast & Plot
These Amazing Shadows is a 2011 documentary directed by Kurt Norton and Paul Mariano, starring Christopher Nolan, Julie Dash and Tim Roth. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 28m (88 min)
- Directors
- Kurt Norton and Paul Mariano
- Genre
- Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Gravitas Docufilms
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is These Amazing Shadows About?
The premise of These Amazing Shadows without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
The film explores the history and significance of the National Film Registry, a curated list of American cinema treasures that showcases the country’s cultural and artistic diversity, illustrating how these works reflect the broader American experience.
These Amazing Shadows Cast
Christopher Nolan leads the cast, with Julie Dash and Tim Roth. Directed by Kurt Norton and Paul Mariano; 43 actors are credited in all.
- Co-director Kurt Norton
- Co-director Paul Mariano
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Christopher Nolan as themselves -
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Tim Roth as themselves -
James Schamus as themselves
Also Starring in These Amazing Shadows
· 39 more- Liz Stanley Themselves
- Gale Anne Hurd Themselves
- Rick Prelinger Themselves
- Robin Blaetz Themselves
- Peter Coyote Themselves
- John Waters Themselves
- George Takei Themselves
- Steve James Themselves
- John Lasseter Themselves
- Rob Reiner Themselves
- Zooey Deschanel Themselves
- Wayne Wang Themselves
- Charles Burnett Themselves
- John Singleton Themselves
- Barbara Kopple Themselves
- Leonard Maltin Themselves
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- Caleb Deschanel Themselves
- Michael Smith Themselves
- Anthony Slide Themselves
- Martin Cohen Themselves
- Jennifer Phang Themselves
- Robert A. Harris Themselves
- Stephen Peck Themselves
- Mick LaSalle Themselves
- Jeff Adachi Themselves
- George Willeman Themselves
- John Ptak Themselves
- Jan Yarbough Themselves
- Shelley Stamp Themselves
- Robert Rosen Themselves
- Jay Carr Themselves
- Stephen Leggett Themselves
- James H. Billington Themselves
- Brooks Boliek Themselves
- Arlene Damron Themselves
- Eric J. Schwartz Themselves
- Jennifer Horne Themselves
- Kevin Yost Themselves
- Del Reisman Themselves
More from Kurt Norton and Paul Mariano
More films directed by Kurt Norton and Paul Mariano: Being George Clooney and Lost Forever: The Art of Film Preservation.
These Amazing Shadows Plot Summary
What happens in These Amazing Shadows from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
These Amazing Shadows is an 85-minute documentary that delves into the profound cultural, historical, and artistic significance of American cinema. By showcasing a rich tapestry of film clips—ranging from beloved classics to rare treasures—it highlights how movies reflect the American experience in all its diversity. The film masterfully weaves together imagery with heartfelt personal stories, illustrating the ways in which films have shaped our culture, influenced individual lives, and served as a mirror to society’s hopes, fears, and dreams.
Full summary
The whole story of These Amazing Shadows, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know These Amazing Shadows?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Which organization designates the films listed in The National Film Registry?
These Amazing Shadows Also Known As
7 alternative titles, including “Estas Sombras Incríveis” and “Filmy, które zbudowaly Ameryke”.
- Also known as
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- Estas Sombras Incríveis
- Filmy, które zbudowaly Ameryke
- Lost Forever
- Aceste umbre uimitoare
- Filmy, które zbudowały Amerykę
- 神奇的影像
- 디즈 어메이징 섀도우
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These Amazing Shadows FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of These Amazing Shadows, each answered in a sentence.
How long is These Amazing Shadows?
These Amazing Shadows runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).
When was These Amazing Shadows released?
These Amazing Shadows was released on January 22, 2011.
Who directed These Amazing Shadows?
These Amazing Shadows was directed by Kurt Norton and Paul Mariano.
More films by Kurt Norton Who is in the cast of These Amazing Shadows?
These Amazing Shadows stars Christopher Nolan, Julie Dash and Tim Roth, among 43 credited actors.
Does These Amazing Shadows have a post-credit scene?
No. These Amazing Shadows has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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