On August 1, 1966, Charles Whitman opened fire from the University of Texas Tower for 96 minutes, killing 16 people and injuring 31 others.
“August 1, 1966, was the day our innocence was shattered.”
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On August 1, 1966, Charles Whitman opened fire from the University of Texas Tower for 96 minutes, killing 16 people and injuring 31 others.
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Synopsis
On August 1, 1966, Charles Whitman ascended the University of Texas Tower in Austin, Texas, and opened fire, killing 16 people and injuring 31 others. "Tower" uses a blend of archival footage and rotoscopic animation to recount the experiences of survivors, witnesses, and first responders during the 96-minute ordeal. Directed by Keith Maitland, the film draws from personal accounts to memorialize the victims and illustrate the chaos that unfolded on that fateful day.
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- See the animated retelling of the UT Austin shooting.
- Meet survivors sharing their personal experiences.
- Find out how the film blends animation with archival footage.
Did You Know
- The film has a 99% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 100 reviews.
- Tower was financed through an Indiegogo campaign that raised almost $70,000.
- The film features interviews with over 100 individuals, including police and students.
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Who directed the documentary Tower?
Tower was directed and produced by Keith Maitland.
What event does the documentary Tower focus on?
Tower focuses on the 1966 shootings at the University of Texas at Austin.
When did Tower premiere at South by Southwest?
Tower premiered on March 13, 2016, at South by Southwest.
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