A Shocking Accident

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Released October 01, 1982

Overview

A Shocking Accident is a 1982 British short comedy film directed by James Scott, based on Graham Greene's short story by the same name. About a boy whose father is killed in Naples, when a pig falls on him as a balcony collapses. The incident haunts the boy through his later life until he meets a girl who understands his side of the story. The film won an Oscar at the 55th Academy Awards for Best Live Action Short and was nominated for BAFTA in 1983.

Runtime

0h 25m


Origin Country

United Kingdom


Original Language

English


Original Title

A Shocking Accident


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • United Kingdom

Spoken Languages

  • English

Production Companies

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    Flamingo Films Ltd.

    United Kingdom

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    Virgin Films

    United Kingdom

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