The Painted Door
Synopsis
The Painted Door is a Canadian short drama film, directed by Bruce Pittman and released in 1984. Based on a short story by Sinclair Ross, the film was produced by the National Film Board of Canada and Atlantis Films of Toronto. It follows a housewife who struggles with loneliness after her husband ventures into a blizzard. The film received an Academy Award nomination for Best Live Action Short Film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bruce Pittman
- Original Title
- The Painted Door
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 24m
- Production Studios
- Atlantis Films, ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bruce Pittman
Department Leadership Roster
Bruce Pittman
Director
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What is The Painted Door about?
The Painted Door is a Canadian short drama film, directed by Bruce Pittman and released in 1984. Based on a short story by Sinclair Ross, the film was produced by the National Film Board of Canada and Atlantis Films of Toronto. It follows a housewife who struggles with loneliness after her husband ventures into a blizzard. The film received an Academy Award nomination for Best Live Action Short Film.
Who directed The Painted Door?
The Painted Door was directed by Bruce Pittman.
Who stars in The Painted Door?
The principal cast of The Painted Door includes August Schellenberg, Linda Goranson, Eric Peterson.
When was The Painted Door released and how long is it?
The Painted Door was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 24m.