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gptkbp:instance_of
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gptkb:film
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gptkbp:bfsLayer
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3
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gptkbp:bfsParent
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gptkb:David_Oyelowo
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gptkbp:art_style
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Colorful and vibrant cinematography.
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gptkbp:audience
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Encourages family discussions.
Positive feedback from family viewers.
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gptkbp:awards
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Nominated for Best Feature at the 2020 American Film Festival.
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gptkbp:based_on
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original story by David Oyelowo
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gptkbp:behind_the_scenes
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Features a diverse crew.
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gptkbp:box_office
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gptkb:Unknown
$1.2 million
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gptkbp:budget
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gptkb:Unknown
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gptkbp:cast
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gptkb:Alfre_Woodard
gptkb:David_Oyelowo
gptkb:Maria_Bello
gptkb:Jason_Scott_Lee
gptkb:Amiah_Miller
Alfre Woodard as Mary.
Amiah Miller as Young Jo.
David Oyelowo as Gunner.
Diana Silvers as Jo.
Jason Scott Lee as The Water Man.
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gptkbp:challenges
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Filming in natural environments.
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gptkbp:character
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gptkb:Jo
gptkb:Marian_title
gptkb:Gunner
gptkb:The_Water_Man
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gptkbp:character_arc
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Gunner's journey of self-discovery.
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gptkbp:character_development
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Focuses on the bond between a mother and son.
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gptkbp:character_relationships
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Focuses on familial bonds.
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gptkbp:cinematography
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gptkb:Matthew_J._Lloyd
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gptkbp:country
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gptkb:United_States
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gptkbp:critical_reception
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Mixed reviews
Mixed reviews from critics.
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gptkbp:cultural_impact
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Encourages discussions about family dynamics.
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gptkbp:cultural_significance
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Highlights the importance of storytelling.
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gptkbp:directed_by
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gptkb:David_Oyelowo
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gptkbp:distributor
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gptkb:streaming_service
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gptkbp:edited_by
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gptkb:David_Oyelowo
Megan Mc Gough
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gptkbp:film_festival
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gptkb:film_festival
Screened at various film festivals.
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gptkbp:filming_location
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gptkb:Oregon
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gptkbp:filmography
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Combines live-action with fantasy elements.
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gptkbp:genre
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gptkb:Magic:_The_Gathering_set
gptkb:High_School
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gptkbp:home_media_release
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July 2021.
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https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label
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The Water Man
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gptkbp:influenced_by
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The works of Steven Spielberg.
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gptkbp:influences
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Inspired by personal experiences.
Draws from folklore.
Inspired by classic adventure films.
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gptkbp:inspiration
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Based on a personal story.
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gptkbp:is_critical_for
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Examines the portrayal of childhood.
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gptkbp:is_motivated_by
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Gunner's love for his mother drives the plot.
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gptkbp:language
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English
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gptkbp:legacy
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Aims to be a modern classic.
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gptkbp:marketing_strategy
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Promoted through social media.
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gptkbp:merchandising
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Toys and books based on the film.
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gptkbp:message
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Explores themes of love and loss.
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gptkbp:music_by
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gptkb:Lorne_Balfe
Kurt Farquhar
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gptkbp:music_video_director
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David Oyelowo is primarily known as an actor.
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gptkbp:narrative_style
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Combines realism with fantasy.
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gptkbp:plot
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A boy embarks on a quest to save his ill mother.
A boy sets out to save his sick mother by searching for a mythic figure.
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gptkbp:premiere_date
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2020-01-25
September 2020.
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gptkbp:premiered_on
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gptkb:Toronto_International_Film_Festival
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gptkbp:produced_by
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gptkb:David_Oyelowo
gptkb:Jessica_Oyelowo
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gptkbp:production_company
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gptkb:streaming_service
gptkb:concert_tour
Yolanda's Productions
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gptkbp:production_years
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September 2019
August 2019
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gptkbp:project
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David Oyelowo plans to direct more films.
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gptkbp:rating
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gptkb:PG
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gptkbp:release_date
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April 16, 2021
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gptkbp:release_format
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Theatrical
Streaming
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gptkbp:released_in
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gptkb:2020
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gptkbp:runtime
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100 minutes
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gptkbp:screenplay_by
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gptkb:David_Oyelowo
Emma Needell
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gptkbp:sequel
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Possibility of a sequel.
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gptkbp:soundtrack
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Features original music.
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gptkbp:starring
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gptkb:Alfre_Woodard
gptkb:Diana_Silvers
gptkb:David_Oyelowo
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gptkbp:target_audience
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Family audiences.
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gptkbp:thematic_element
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Explores the concept of belief.
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gptkbp:theme
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Family and adventure.
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gptkbp:themes
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gptkb:Love
gptkb:amusement_park
gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkb:family
gptkb:Courage
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gptkbp:visual_effects
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Utilizes practical effects.
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