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What If

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What If Synopsis

WHAT IF is a rendering of Rudyard Kipling’s much loved poem If. The film tells the story of Joe, a young teen who learns through an older, wiser boy, fundamental life lessons on nobility, patience and generosity; lessons on how to become an admirable young man. Influenced by Wim Wenders’ Wings Of Desire, this film is a celebration of urban youth culture and London, showcasing the best of the UK’s freerunning, skateboarding, BMXing, in-line skating and featuring urban art by Matthew Small.

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  • Credits
    • Starring:
      Noel Clarke, George Sargeant, Alexis Simone, Theo Barklem-Biggs
    • Director:
      Max & Dania
    • Producers:
      Allan Niblo, James Richardson, Huberta von Liel
    • Screenplay:
      Joshua St Johnston and Dania Pasquini
    • Executive Producers:
      Rupert Preston, Christine Langan, Joe Oppenheimer, Katherine Butler, Ruth Mackenzie
    • Distributor
      Picturehouses
    • Sales Agent:
      BBC Films
    • Credits summary:
      BBC Films and Film4 presents in association with the London 2012 Festival and the Cultural Olympiad using funds from the National Lottery
    • Running time:
      27 mins
  • Release Dates
    • In Cinemas
      June 26th 2012
    • Released
      June 26th 2012

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