Background
Synopsis
Background is a 1973 American short documentary film directed by Carmen D'Avino. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short. The original version was preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
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January 1, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carmen D'Avino
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Le Donne
- Original Title
- Background
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 20m
- Production Studios
- D'Avino & Fucci-Stone Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carmen D'Avino
Peter Le Donne
Department Leadership Roster
Carmen D'Avino
Director
Peter Le Donne
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Background
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What is Background about?
Background is a 1973 American short documentary film directed by Carmen D'Avino. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short. The original version was preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
Who directed Background?
Background was directed by Carmen D'Avino.
Who stars in Background?
The principal cast of Background includes Pat Connell.
When was Background released and how long is it?
Background was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 20m.