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Pioneer (2011) | Criteria

Still from Pioneer — Pioneer (2011) — David Lowery

Poster for Pioneer

Pioneer

English / 2011 / 16m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

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Synopsis

A father tells his little boy the most epic bedtime story ever.

Included in
Art-House America: Austin Film Society
Position 8

Credits

Crew

DirectorDavid Lowery

WriterDavid Lowery

ComposerDaniel Hart

EditorDavid Lowery

ProducerJames M. Johnston, Toby Halbrooks

Cast

Will Oldhamas Father

Myles Brooksas Boy