The Painted Door movie poster

The Painted Door

October 1, 1984 0h 24m 3.8/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 1984. The Painted Door is a drama film. directed by Bruce Pittman. At just 24 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Eric Peterson, August Schellenberg, and Linda Goranson

Synopsis

The Painted Door is a Canadian short drama film, directed by Bruce Pittman and released in 1984. Based on a short story by Sinclair Ross, the film was produced by the National Film Board of Canada and Atlantis Films of Toronto. It follows a housewife who struggles with loneliness after her husband ventures into a blizzard. The film received an Academy Award nomination for Best Live Action Short Film.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 1, 1984 41 years ago
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Runtime 0h 24m 24 minutes total
User Rating 3.8/10 Mixed (5 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Atlantis Films
  • ONF | NFB

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Painted Door about?

The Painted Door is a Canadian short drama film, directed by Bruce Pittman and released in 1984. Based on a short story by Sinclair Ross, the film was produced by the National Film Board of Canada ...

Who directed The Painted Door?

The Painted Door was directed by Bruce Pittman.

How long is The Painted Door?

The Painted Door has a runtime of 0 hours and 24 minutes (24 minutes total).

When was The Painted Door released?

The Painted Door was released on October 1, 1984 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Painted Door?

The main cast of The Painted Door includes Eric Peterson, August Schellenberg, Linda Goranson.