Side by Side (2012)

Name: Side by Side
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2012-08-19
Duration: 99 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Keanu Reeves, Martin Scorsese, James Cameron, David Fincher, David Lynch

Side by Side (2012), directed by Christopher Kenneally, starring Keanu Reeves and Martin Scorsese.

08/19/2012 BR Documentary 1h 39m

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Synopsis

Since the invention of cinema, the standard format for recording moving images has been film. Over the past two decades, a new form of digital filmmaking has emerged, creating a groundbreaking evolution in the medium. Keanu Reeves explores the development of cinema and the impact of digital filmmaking via in-depth interviews with Hollywood masters, such as James Cameron, David Fincher, David Lynch, Christopher Nolan, Martin Scorsese, George Lucas, Steven Soderbergh, and many more.

Christopher KenneallyDirector, Writer
Malcolm HearnEditing
Mike LongEditing
Justin SzlasaProducer

About the film

Side by Side is a 2012 American documentary film directed by Christopher Kenneally. It was produced by Justin Szlasa and Keanu Reeves. It premiered at the 62nd Berlin International Film Festival and it was shown at the Tribeca Film Festival.

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Synopsis

The documentary investigates the history, process and workflow of both digital and photochemical film creation. It shows what artists and filmmakers have been able to accomplish with both film and digital and how their needs and innovations have helped push filmmaking in new directions. Interviews with directors, colorists, scientists, engineers and artists reveal their experiences and feelings about working with film and digital media.

Cast

And many more. IMDb lists 69 cast members in total.

Reception

Based on 68 reviews collected by Rotten Tomatoes, the film received a 93% approval rating from critics with an average score of 7.43/10. The website's critics consensus reads: "Keanu Reeves proves a groovy guide through this informative exploration of how technology is transforming cinema, with an even-handed defense for both the old and the new."

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Side by Side at Metacritic

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It premiered on August 19, 2012, a Sunday.
It runs 1h39 — a typical feature length.
This film's quiz has 12 questions — enough to play more than once without repeats.

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StudiosCompany Films
CountriesUnited States
LanguagesEnglish
StatusReleased

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Crew

Christopher Kenneally Director
Malcolm Hearn Editing
Mike Long Editing
Justin Szlasa Producer
Keanu Reeves Producer
Bill Ryan Original music
Brendan Ryan Original music
Christopher Kenneally Writer

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What is Side by Side about?

Side by Side: Since the invention of cinema, the standard format for recording moving images has been film. Over the past two decades, a new form of digital filmmaking has emerged, creating a groundbreaking evolution in the medium. Keanu Reeves explores the development of cinema and the impact of digital filmmaking via in-depth int…

Who directed Side by Side?

Side by Side was directed by Christopher Kenneally in 2012.

Who stars in Side by Side?

The cast of Side by Side includes Keanu Reeves, Martin Scorsese, James Cameron, David Fincher and David Lynch.

How long is Side by Side?

Side by Side runs for 99 minutes, or 1h39.