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  2. Oh My Captain!

Oh My Captain!

2008
16m
Drama

Status

Released

Release

2008

Runtime

16m

Storyline

An emotionally moving short film that captures the struggle of young teenager Ethan (Charlie McDermott) who must face and accept the death of his father. The nautically themed film reflects on Ethan’s memories of his father and the time they spent on his fishing boat as well as his obsession and admiration with the characters and stories of Herman Melville’s epic sea novel Moby Dick.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
16m
Jan 1, 2008
Digital Release
Jan 1, 2008

Top Cast

4 Cast Members

Charlie McDermott

Charlie McDermott

Ethan

Rebecca Cook

Mom

Chris McMullin

Dad

Seamus Davey-Fitzpatrick

Seamus Davey-Fitzpatrick

Andrew

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