Final Assignment
Synopsis
An intrepid television journalist sent to cover the Canadian prime minister's visit to the Soviet Union has trouble sticking to her assignment when she unearths a horrific experimental drug trial involving children. Determined to prepare a video that will show the world exactly what's been going on, she dodges the long arm of the KGB and falls into bed with a Communist bureaucrat.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Almond
- Screenplay & Story
- Marc Rosen
- Original Score
- Peter Jermyn
- Original Title
- Final Assignment
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Cinema One
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Almond
Marc Rosen, Gail Thomson
Peter Jermyn
John Coquillon
Debra Karen
Arnold Kopelson, James Shavick, Lawrence Hertzog, Gail Thomson
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Jermyn
Original Music Composer
Lawrence Hertzog
Producer
Gail Thomson
Producer
Debra Karen
Editor
Paul Almond
Director
John Coquillon
Director of Photography
Nicoletta Massone
Costume Design
Marc Rosen
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Final Assignment
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What is Final Assignment about?
An intrepid television journalist sent to cover the Canadian prime minister's visit to the Soviet Union has trouble sticking to her assignment when she unearths a horrific experimental drug trial involving children. Determined to prepare a video that will show the world exactly what's been going on, she dodges the long arm of the KGB and falls into bed with a Communist bureaucrat.
Who directed Final Assignment?
Final Assignment was directed by Paul Almond.
Who stars in Final Assignment?
The principal cast of Final Assignment includes Geneviève Bujold, Michael York, Burgess Meredith, Colleen Dewhurst, Richard Gabourie.
When was Final Assignment released and how long is it?
Final Assignment was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.
Who composed the musical score for Final Assignment?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Final Assignment was composed by Peter Jermyn.