Pig Heart Boy
Synopsis
Cameron, a 13-year-old boy whose heart is failing. The only possible solution is an experimental transplant operation in which he's given a pig's heart. His father is determined to try anything to keep him alive, but his mother is not so sure.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kate Cheeseman
- Screenplay & Story
- Malorie Blackman, Carolyn Sally Jones
- Original Title
- Pig Heart Boy
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kate Cheeseman
Malorie Blackman, Carolyn Sally Jones
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Malorie Blackman
Writer
Carolyn Sally Jones
Writer
Kate Cheeseman
Director
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What is Pig Heart Boy about?
Cameron, a 13-year-old boy whose heart is failing. The only possible solution is an experimental transplant operation in which he's given a pig's heart. His father is determined to try anything to keep him alive, but his mother is not so sure.
Who directed Pig Heart Boy?
Pig Heart Boy was directed by Kate Cheeseman.
Who stars in Pig Heart Boy?
The principal cast of Pig Heart Boy includes Marlon Yearwood, Patrick Robinson, Clare Perkins, Jonathan De Herit, Mona Hammond.
When was Pig Heart Boy released and how long is it?
Pig Heart Boy was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.