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Being John Smith

Synopsis

After enduring decades of embarrassment, the filmmaker admits that possessing the most common name in the English-speaking world has had a profound impact on his psyche. Peppered with disparate fragments of autobiography, BEING JOHN SMITH takes us on a confessional journey that reveals just how important a name can be.

Details

Year
2024
Type of film
Shorts
Running time
26 min 45 sec
Format
HD
Director
John Smith
Producer
John Smith
Editor
John Smith
Screenwriter
John Smith
Director of Photography
John Smith
Sound
John Smith
Principal cast
John Smith

Production Status

Production Company

Sales Company

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