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The Battle of Shaker Heights

"When you're 17, every day is war."

August 22, 2003 1h 19m 5.7/10 (56 votes)

Originally released in 2003. The Battle of Shaker Heights is a comedy/drama film. directed by Kyle Rankin. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Shia LaBeouf, Elden Henson, and Amy Smart

Synopsis

A quirky teen with a penchant for war reenactments, Kelly Ernswiler obsesses over military tactics with his buddy Bart. The school bully is one of Kelly's regular headaches, and he also has to deal with a frustrating situation at home, where his father is a recovering drug addict. Kelly's life gets even more complicated when he falls for Tabby, Bart's pretty and soon-to-be-wed older sister.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 22, 2003 22 years ago
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Runtime 1h 19m 79 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (56 votes)
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Budget $1M Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$1,000,000

Production Companies

  • Miramax
  • LivePlanet

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Battle of Shaker Heights about?

A quirky teen with a penchant for war reenactments, Kelly Ernswiler obsesses over military tactics with his buddy Bart. The school bully is one of Kelly's regular headaches, and he also has to deal...

Who directed The Battle of Shaker Heights?

The Battle of Shaker Heights was directed by Kyle Rankin.

How long is The Battle of Shaker Heights?

The Battle of Shaker Heights has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).

When was The Battle of Shaker Heights released?

The Battle of Shaker Heights was released on August 22, 2003 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Battle of Shaker Heights?

The main cast of The Battle of Shaker Heights includes Shia LaBeouf, Elden Henson, Amy Smart, Billy Kay, Kathleen Quinlan.