The Box
Synopsis
A man buys a television set in Marvin Starkman’s short black-and-white film. Photographed by John Cazale during an overnight shoot in actor Michael Lombard’s apartment, The Box turns a simple domestic purchase into the basis for a compact 16mm study of object, space, and routine.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 1, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marvin Starkman
- Screenplay & Story
- Marvin Starkman, Bob Feinberg
- Original Title
- The Box
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marvin Starkman
Marvin Starkman, Bob Feinberg
John Oettinger
Marvin Starkman
Department Leadership Roster
Marvin Starkman
Producer
Marvin Starkman
Writer
John Oettinger
Editor
Marvin Starkman
Director
Bob Feinberg
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Box.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Box
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Box about?
A man buys a television set in Marvin Starkman’s short black-and-white film. Photographed by John Cazale during an overnight shoot in actor Michael Lombard’s apartment, The Box turns a simple domestic purchase into the basis for a compact 16mm study of object, space, and routine.
Who directed The Box?
The Box was directed by Marvin Starkman.
Who stars in The Box?
The principal cast of The Box includes Michael Lombard, Nance R. Kass, Mike Baker.
When was The Box released and how long is it?
The Box was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 9m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Box?
The Box holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).