All Summer in a Day
Originally released in 1982. All Summer in a Day is a family/science fiction film. directed by Ed Kaplan. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Reesa Mallen, Tammy Simpson, and Jerry Marshak
Synopsis
Based on the story by Ray Bradbury. Set on a planet where the sun shines for just a few minutes once every nine years, this is a classic tale of suffering and forgiveness. A classroom full of young children are excited to hear that today the rain will stop. However, they are also resentful of a new classmate from Earth who remembers what it's like to see the sun. "This gripping, unsettling production softens the original story’s abrupt conclusion without diminishing its punch. A masterful work." - Booklist. Winner of a CINE Golden Eagle, and honored by Instructor Magazine as one of the 25 Best Films of the Year.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1982
44 years ago
Runtime
0h 25m
25 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (11 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Walt Disney Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is All Summer in a Day about?
Based on the story by Ray Bradbury. Set on a planet where the sun shines for just a few minutes once every nine years, this is a classic tale of suffering and forgiveness. A classroom full of young...
Who directed All Summer in a Day?
All Summer in a Day was directed by Ed Kaplan.
How long is All Summer in a Day?
All Summer in a Day has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
When was All Summer in a Day released?
All Summer in a Day was released on January 1, 1982 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in All Summer in a Day?
The main cast of All Summer in a Day includes Reesa Mallen, Tammy Simpson, Jerry Marshak, Bridget Meade, Edith Fields.