Norman (film)
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Directed by | Jonathan Segal |
Produced by |
Jonathan Segal Kim Blackburn Dan Keston Rich Cowan |
Written by | Talton Wingate |
Starring |
Dan Byrd Emily VanCamp Adam Goldberg Richard Jenkins |
Music by | Andrew Bird |
Cinematography | Darren Genet |
Edited by | Robert Hoffman |
Running time | 97 minutes |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Norman is a 2010 drama film directed by Jonathan Segal. It stars Dan Byrd, Emily VanCamp, Adam Goldberg, and Richard Jenkins. The film features an original score and songs by multi-instrumentalist Andrew Bird. Norman began its theatrical release at various U.S. locations on October 21, 2011.
Plot
Norman tells the story of Norman Long (Byrd), a self-aware and darkly funny teen who is trying to handle his daily high school existence. An unexpected set of life-changing circumstances turns his world upside down and then ultimately right side up as he meets the magnetic Emily (VanCamp). With love, humility and a heavy dose of truth, he emerges to face challenges not meant for a boy his age.
The plot of Norman follows the young man's life as we learn about the different difficulties he has encountered along the path of his life so far. It is a very touching movie and shows what true friendship can mean to those in need.
Norman’s soundtrack, on Mom + Pop Records, features Andrew Bird’s first-ever original instrumental film score. It also includes new and previously released songs by Bird along with Wolf Parade, Chad VanGaalen and The Blow with Richard Swift.
Cast
- Dan Byrd as Norman Long
- Emily VanCamp as Emily Harris
- Richard Jenkins as Doug Long
- Adam Goldberg as Mr. Angelo
- Billy Lush as James
- Camille Mana as Helen Black
- Jesse Head as Bradley
- John Aylward as Robert Bessent
- Sewell Whitney as Dr. Malloy
Soundtrack
The film's soundtrack features, in majority, songs composed and performed by multi-instrumentalist Andrew Bird. Included in the soundtrack are three songs performed by other notable acts: The Blow with Richard Swift (singer-songwriter), Chad VanGaalen, and Wolf Parade. Pitchfork Media reviewed the album most favorably as a piece detached from the film.[1] The soundtrack was released by Mom + Pop Music on October 11, 2011.
External links
- Official website
- Watch Theatrical Trailer→|https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yezh-n1JRFQ&list=PL121E3D9EC6641072
- Official Facebook Page → https://www.facebook.com/NORMANthemovie
- Norman on IMDb
- Interview with the film's music supervisor, HitQuarters Jan 2012
References
- ↑ http://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/15943-norman-ost/ Album Review: Norman OST — Various Artists. Pitchfork Media.