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Surfacing (1981)

1981-07-25 · 1h 29m · EN
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A Hazardous Search Becomes A Passionate Struggle

Following her father's puzzling disappearance, Kate and her city-bred companions brave the untamed backwoods in a desperate search for him. However, the harsh environment becomes a dangerous catalyst for their explosive mix of personalities, propelling them into a world of raw emotion and unbridled passion.

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Margaret AtwoodWriterClaude JutraDirector
Budget
$2.3M

Top billed cast

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Kathleen BellerKathleen BellerKateR.H. ThomsonR.H. ThomsonDavidJoseph BottomsJoseph BottomsJoeMichael IronsideMichael IronsideWayneMargaret DraguMargaret DraguAnnaLarry SchwartzLarry SchwartzRodJames BullerJames BullerPaulMatthew McCauleyMatthew McCauleyRogerDiane BigelowDiane BigelowNikkiMark LettermanMark LettermanGas Station Attendant

Keywords

Based on novel or bookDisappearanceSearch

Movie DNA

Genre affinityDramaTheme affinityBased On Novel Or Book · Disappearance · SearchDialogue densityDramaPacingShortDirector preference389589Actor preference199978 · 75747 · 292809

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Frequently asked questions about Surfacing

What is Surfacing about?

Following her father's puzzling disappearance, Kate and her city-bred companions brave the untamed backwoods in a desperate search for him. However, the harsh environment becomes a dangerous catalyst for their explosive mix of personalities, propelling them into a world of raw emotion and unbridled passion.

How long is Surfacing?

Surfacing has a runtime of 89 minutes.