The Big Story
Synopsis
In a witty homage to Kirk Douglas's films, all three characters ARE Kirk Douglas at various stages of his career. The short action takes place in a news room. A young reporter looking for his big chance pleads with his editor to give him a breaking story.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tim Watts, David Stoten
- Original Title
- The Big Story
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2m
- Production Studios
- Screwball Films, Spitting Image Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tim Watts, David Stoten
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Tim Watts
Director
David Stoten
Director
Jane Whittaker
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Big Story
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What is The Big Story about?
In a witty homage to Kirk Douglas's films, all three characters ARE Kirk Douglas at various stages of his career. The short action takes place in a news room. A young reporter looking for his big chance pleads with his editor to give him a breaking story.
Who directed The Big Story?
The Big Story was directed by Tim Watts, David Stoten.
Who stars in The Big Story?
The principal cast of The Big Story includes Frank Gorshin.
When was The Big Story released and how long is it?
The Big Story was released in 1995 with a total runtime of 2m.