The Seafarers
Cast
Don Hollenbeck Paul Hall
Credits
Written by: Will Chasen
Cinematography: 
Stanley Kubrick
Editing: Stanley Kubrick
Produced by: Lester Cooper
Plot
Stanley Kubrick’s first color film, commissioned by the Seafarers International Union to promote the benefits of union membership. Shot inside the union’s Atlantic and Gulf Coast District facilities, it features scenes of ships, machinery, cafeteria life, and meetings, highlighting the daily routines and camaraderie of seafarers.
Sinekatalog’s take
The Seafarers (1953) is a American short film directed by Stanley Kubrick. It stars Don Hollenbeck and Paul Hall. It runs 29 minutes. It is listed here for its festival and awards record.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 5.0 / 10 (3,716 votes)
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