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Day Release

May 20, 2025 0h 7m

Released just last year. Day Release is a feature film. directed by Joe Murray. At just 7 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Peter Straker and Melvin St. James

Synopsis

A portrait by Francis Bacon, normally confined to the walls of an art museum, is granted ‘Day Release’, a rare day of freedom. It chooses to visit its creator’s former haunt—a bar in Soho, London—where it observes how the gay experience has evolved (or hasn’t) since it was painted in the 1950’s.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 20, 2025 8 months ago
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Runtime 0h 7m 7 minutes total
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Language English Original language

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Day Release about?

A portrait by Francis Bacon, normally confined to the walls of an art museum, is granted ‘Day Release’, a rare day of freedom. It chooses to visit its creator’s former haunt—a bar in Soho, ...

Who directed Day Release?

Day Release was directed by Joe Murray.

How long is Day Release?

Day Release has a runtime of 0 hours and 7 minutes (7 minutes total).

When was Day Release released?

Day Release was released on May 20, 2025 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Day Release?

The main cast of Day Release includes Peter Straker, Melvin St. James.