Doubletalk
Synopsis
Doubletalk is a 1975 short film directed by Alan Beattie. The film follows a young man who picks his girlfriend up at her family home and meets her parents -- and the audience is privy to their private thoughts and impressions. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1975
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Beattie
- Screenplay & Story
- Taffy Cannon
- Original Title
- Doubletalk
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Beattie
Taffy Cannon
Stephen L. Posey
Alan Beattie
Alan Beattie
Department Leadership Roster
Alan Beattie
Director
Stephen L. Posey
Director of Photography
Taffy Cannon
Writer
Alan Beattie
Producer
Alan Beattie
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Doubletalk
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What is Doubletalk about?
Doubletalk is a 1975 short film directed by Alan Beattie. The film follows a young man who picks his girlfriend up at her family home and meets her parents -- and the audience is privy to their private thoughts and impressions. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2012.
Who directed Doubletalk?
Doubletalk was directed by Alan Beattie.
Who stars in Doubletalk?
The principal cast of Doubletalk includes Dick DeCoit, Richard Eastham, Nada Rowand.
When was Doubletalk released and how long is it?
Doubletalk was released in 1975 with a total runtime of 10m.