Digger (1993 film) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Digger |
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| Directed by | Rob Turner |
| Produced by | Robert K. Maclean |
| Written by | Rodney Gibbons |
| Starring | Adam Hann-Byrd Joshua Jackson Timothy Bottoms Barbara Williams Olympia Dukakis Leslie Nielsen |
| Music by | Todd Boekelheide |
| Cinematography | Michael Buckley |
| Editing by | Michael Chandler |
| Studio | Circle Northwood Westcom Entertainment Group |
| Distributed by | Skouras Pictures |
| Release date(s) | September 30, 1993 (U.S.) April 22, 1994 (Canada) |
| Running time | 95 minutes |
| Country | Canada |
| Language | English |
Digger is a Canadian movie from 1993. It's a comedy-drama, which means it has funny parts and serious parts. The film stars actors like Leslie Nielsen, Adam Hann-Byrd, and Joshua Jackson. It first showed at the Vancouver International Film Festival in September 1993. Then, it was released in Canada in April 1994.
The Story of Digger
The movie tells the story of a 12-year-old boy named Digger. He goes to live with his relatives because his parents are separating. While there, Digger meets another boy named Billy. Billy is very sick, but he has a special connection with nature. The two boys become good friends and share adventures.
Who Are the Characters?
- Adam Hann-Byrd as Digger
- Joshua Jackson as Billy
- Timothy Bottoms as Sam Corlett
- Barbara Williams as Anna Corlett
- Olympia Dukakis as Bea
- Leslie Nielsen as Arthur Evrensel
Awards and Recognition
Digger received some special awards for its artistic work. These awards celebrate the talented people who helped make the movie.
- 1994: Best Achievement in Art direction/Production design, Mark S. Freeborn
- This award recognized the amazing sets and visual look of the movie.
- 1994: Best Music Score, Todd Boekelheide
- This award was for the great music that helped tell the story and set the mood.
See also
In Spanish: Digger (película de 1993) para niños
