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Waiting for John

January 1, 2014 1h 10m

Originally released in 2014. Waiting for John is a documentary film. directed by Jessica Sherry. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Glenn Allen, James Gillies, and Cromerty York

Synopsis

If you had never heard of an airplane, would you think it was a miracle when one arrived? Waiting for John tells the story of America's incredible impact on a remote island in the South Pacific and the birth of an extraordinary religion, the John Frum Movement, considered the last surviving cargo cult. We follow the John Frum believers today as they struggle to preserve a culture in danger of being lost to the modern world.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 2014 12 years ago
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Runtime 1h 10m 70 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waiting for John about?

If you had never heard of an airplane, would you think it was a miracle when one arrived? Waiting for John tells the story of America's incredible impact on a remote island in the South Pacific and...

Who directed Waiting for John?

Waiting for John was directed by Jessica Sherry.

How long is Waiting for John?

Waiting for John has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).

When was Waiting for John released?

Waiting for John was released on January 1, 2014 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Waiting for John?

The main cast of Waiting for John includes Glenn Allen, James Gillies, Cromerty York.