A Desperate Case
Synopsis
A cautionary tale of a typical holiday suitcase. Crammed beyond its capacity, imperfectly fastened, inadequately and confusedly labelled, the railways transport it from station to station, seeking its true abode. Finally, one of its owners comes to the nightmare tribunal where those who maltreat their luggage are dealt with. Did it happen? Was it a dream? Be warned. See this film. Avoid making yours 'a desperate case'.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ken Fairbairn
- Screenplay & Story
- Ken Fairbairn
- Original Title
- A Desperate Case
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- British Transport Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ken Fairbairn
Ken Fairbairn
David Watkin
Hugh Raggett
Edgar Anstey
Department Leadership Roster
Ken Fairbairn
Director
Ken Fairbairn
Writer
Edgar Anstey
Producer
David Watkin
Director of Photography
Hugh Raggett
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What is A Desperate Case about?
A cautionary tale of a typical holiday suitcase. Crammed beyond its capacity, imperfectly fastened, inadequately and confusedly labelled, the railways transport it from station to station, seeking its true abode. Finally, one of its owners comes to the nightmare tribunal where those who maltreat their luggage are dealt with. Did it happen? Was it a dream? Be warned. See this film. Avoid making yours 'a desperate case'.
Who directed A Desperate Case?
A Desperate Case was directed by Ken Fairbairn.
Who stars in A Desperate Case?
The principal cast of A Desperate Case includes Maurice Denham.
When was A Desperate Case released and how long is it?
A Desperate Case was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 10m.