The Attic
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Synopsis
A librarian devotes her life to caring for her wheelchair-bound tyrannical father after being stood up at altar. She fantasizes his death and finds joy only with her pet monkey. When the monkey disappears, a shocking past is revealed.
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Top Cast
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Carrie Snodgress
Louise Elmore
Ray Milland
Wendell
Ruth Cox
Emily
Rosemary Murphy
Mrs. Perkins
Frances Bay
Librarian
Fern Barry
Mrs. Mooney
Marjorie Eaton
Mrs. Fowler
Dick Welsbacher
Mr. Farley
Joyce Cavarozzi
Secretary
Michael LeRoy Rhodes
Sailor
Ron Luce
Robert Orin Farnsworth
Phil Speary
Mr. Lester
Patrick Brennan
David Perkins
Mark Andrews
Marty
Terry Troutt
Donald
Zale Kessler
Ben
Mason Armin James
Gorilla
Dan Campbell
Theatre Patron (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gary Graver, George Edwards
- Screenplay & Story
- Tony Crechales, George Edwards
- Original Score
- Hod David Schudson
- Original Title
- The Attic
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Production Studios
- Attic Associates, Forum Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gary Graver, George Edwards
Tony Crechales, George Edwards
Hod David Schudson
Gary Graver
Derek Parsons
Ray Dryden, Phillip Randall
Department Leadership Roster
Gary Graver
Director
George Edwards
Director
Tony Crechales
Screenplay
George Edwards
Screenplay
Ray Dryden
Producer
Phillip Randall
Producer
Hod David Schudson
Original Music Composer
Gary Graver
Director of Photography
Derek Parsons
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Attic
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What is The Attic about?
A librarian devotes her life to caring for her wheelchair-bound tyrannical father after being stood up at altar. She fantasizes his death and finds joy only with her pet monkey. When the monkey disappears, a shocking past is revealed.
Who directed The Attic?
The Attic was directed by Gary Graver, George Edwards.
Who stars in The Attic?
The principal cast of The Attic includes Carrie Snodgress, Ray Milland, Ruth Cox, Rosemary Murphy, Frances Bay.
When was The Attic released and how long is it?
The Attic was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 41m.
Who composed the musical score for The Attic?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Attic was composed by Hod David Schudson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Attic?
The Attic holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).