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Where Is Dead?

Sep 10, 1975 · 19m
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Drama

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In this quiet, naturalistic dramatic short, six-year old Sarah grapples with understanding mortality after the sudden death of her older brother, David. With the help of her family, she gradually learns how to process his passing and cope with her grief. Written, produced, and directed by Jackie Rivet-River, this short film for Encyclopaedia Britannica Films was awarded the Silver Hugo prize at the Chicago International Film Festival, as well as 12 additional awards internationally.

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CAST

Sara Crawford
Sarah
Robert Crawford Jr
David
Ned Schmidtke
Father
Cynthia Baker
Mother
Felix Shuman
Grandfather
Janet Scheneker
Amanda
Lois Dubin-Hauselman
Cookie Lady
Nickolas Hauselman
Child on Slide
Directed by Jackie Rivet-River

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
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Revenue
—
Production
Encyclopædia Britannica Films
Country
US

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