A Shocking Accident
Originally released in 1982. A Shocking Accident is a comedy/romance film. directed by James Scott. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rupert Everett, Jenny Seagrove, and Barbara Hicks
Synopsis
A Shocking Accident is a 1982 British short comedy film directed by James Scott, based on Graham Greene's short story by the same name. About a boy whose father is killed in Naples, when a pig falls on him as a balcony collapses. The incident haunts the boy through his later life until he meets a girl who understands his side of the story. The film won an Oscar at the 55th Academy Awards for Best Live Action Short and was nominated for BAFTA in 1983.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1982
43 years ago
Runtime
0h 25m
25 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (9 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Flamingo Films Ltd.
- Virgin Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Shocking Accident about?
A Shocking Accident is a 1982 British short comedy film directed by James Scott, based on Graham Greene's short story by the same name. About a boy whose father is killed in Naples, when a pig fall...
Who directed A Shocking Accident?
A Shocking Accident was directed by James Scott.
How long is A Shocking Accident?
A Shocking Accident has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
When was A Shocking Accident released?
A Shocking Accident was released on October 1, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Shocking Accident?
The main cast of A Shocking Accident includes Rupert Everett, Jenny Seagrove, Barbara Hicks, Benjamin Whitrow, Tim Seely.