The Bit Player
"Who would think of a flaming trumpet?"
Originally released in 2019. The Bit Player is a documentary film. directed by Mark Levinson. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring John Hutton, Judith Ivey, and Kaliswa Brewster
Synopsis
The Bit Player tells the story of an overlooked genius, Claude Shannon (the "Father of Information Theory"), who revolutionized the world, but never lost his childlike curiosity.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 29, 2019
6 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
John Hutton
as Claude Shannon
Judith Ivey
as Betty Shannon
Kaliswa Brewster
as Michelle
Andrew Pastides
as Claude Shannon (young man)
Olivia Gilliatt
as Norma Levor
V.J. Scarpaci
as Claude Shannon (boy)
Toleeya Napolitano
as Young girl neighbor
Adam Heller
as Psychoanalyst
Cleve Asbury
as Bell Labs Engineer
Mark Lyons
as Bell Labs Engineer
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bit Player about?
The Bit Player tells the story of an overlooked genius, Claude Shannon (the "Father of Information Theory"), who revolutionized the world, but never lost his childlike curiosity.
Who directed The Bit Player?
The Bit Player was directed by Mark Levinson.
How long is The Bit Player?
The Bit Player has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was The Bit Player released?
The Bit Player was released on May 29, 2019 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bit Player?
The main cast of The Bit Player includes John Hutton, Judith Ivey, Kaliswa Brewster, Andrew Pastides, Olivia Gilliatt.