The Home-Made Car movie poster

The Home-Made Car

June 1, 1963 0h 27m 7.7/10 (6 votes)

Originally released in 1963. The Home-Made Car is a comedy/drama film. directed by James Hill. At just 27 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Ronald Chudley, Caroline Mortimer, and Sandra Leo

Synopsis

The Home-Made Car is a 1963 short film directed by James Hill about a young man who rebuilds a vintage car and finds love. Made in and around Farnborough, Hampshire, it became a cult success when regularly broadcast as a trade test colour transmission on the run up to the start of BBC2 colour transmissions. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 1, 1963 62 years ago
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Runtime 0h 27m 27 minutes total
User Rating 7.7/10 Great (6 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • British Petroleum (BP)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Home-Made Car about?

The Home-Made Car is a 1963 short film directed by James Hill about a young man who rebuilds a vintage car and finds love. Made in and around Farnborough, Hampshire, it became a cult success when r...

Who directed The Home-Made Car?

The Home-Made Car was directed by James Hill.

How long is The Home-Made Car?

The Home-Made Car has a runtime of 0 hours and 27 minutes (27 minutes total).

When was The Home-Made Car released?

The Home-Made Car was released on June 1, 1963 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Home-Made Car?

The main cast of The Home-Made Car includes Ronald Chudley, Caroline Mortimer, Sandra Leo .