Low Tide (2012)
A 12-year-old boy and his single mother live separate lives. The boy spends his days alone while his mother works and goes out with her friends. The boy’s solitude is both a source of freedom and a cause for grief. His explorations slowly bring to light the dark contrast between the rules of society and the laws of nature. And before long, the delicate balance of his inner world becomes shattered by unforeseen events.
Director: Roberto Minervini
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 92 min
Release Date: September 2, 2012
Cast
- Daniel Blanchard - The Boy
- Melissa McKinney - The Mother
- Vernon Wilbanks - Vernon
- Colby Trichell - Bull Rider
- Sid Kelton - Mother's Boyfriend / Party Person
- Mercedes Rutgers - Nurse
- Troy Herron - Patient
- James King - Bingo Player
- Quincey Mixon - Party Person
- Cody Joe Tillman - Party Person
Screenplay
- Roberto Minervini (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Diego Romero
Editing: Marie-Hélène Dozo
Production: Poliana Productions, Ondarosso Films, Pulpa Entertainment, Austin Film Society, Houston Film Commission
Country: Belgium, Italy, United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery
Keywords
coming of age, neglected child, child neglect, mother son relationship
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Low Tide about?
- A 12-year-old boy and his single mother live separate lives. The boy spends his days alone while his mother works and goes out with her friends. The boy’s solitude is both a source of freedom and a cause for grief. His explorations slowly bring to light the dark contrast between the rules of society and the laws of nature. And before long, the delicate balance of his inner world becomes shattered by unforeseen events.
- Who directed Low Tide?
- Low Tide was directed by Roberto Minervini.
- Who stars in Low Tide?
- Low Tide stars Daniel Blanchard, Melissa McKinney, Vernon Wilbanks, Colby Trichell, Sid Kelton, Mercedes Rutgers.
- How long is Low Tide?
- Low Tide has a runtime of 1h 32m (92 minutes).
- What genre is Low Tide?
- Low Tide is a Drama film.
- Where was Low Tide produced?
- Low Tide was produced in Belgium, Italy, United States of America.
- What are the themes of Low Tide?
- The themes of Low Tide include: The Complex Bond Between Mother and Son, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.