A Desperate Case (1958)
A cautionary tale of a typical holiday suitcase. Crammed beyond its capacity, imperfectly fastened, inadequately and confusedly labelled, the railways transport it from station to station, seeking its true abode. Finally, one of its owners comes to the nightmare tribunal where those who maltreat their luggage are dealt with. Did it happen? Was it a dream? Be warned. See this film. Avoid making yours 'a desperate case'.
Director: Ken Fairbairn
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date: January 2, 1958
Cast
- Maurice Denham - Narrator (voice)
Screenplay
Cinematography: David Watkin
Editing: Hugh Raggett
Production: British Transport Films
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Ken Fairbairn
More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Desperate Case about?
- A cautionary tale of a typical holiday suitcase. Crammed beyond its capacity, imperfectly fastened, inadequately and confusedly labelled, the railways transport it from station to station, seeking its true abode. Finally, one of its owners comes to the nightmare tribunal where those who maltreat their luggage are dealt with. Did it happen? Was it a dream? Be warned. See this film. Avoid making yours 'a desperate case'.
- Who directed A Desperate Case?
- A Desperate Case was directed by Ken Fairbairn.
- Who stars in A Desperate Case?
- A Desperate Case stars Maurice Denham.
- How long is A Desperate Case?
- A Desperate Case has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
- What genre is A Desperate Case?
- A Desperate Case is a Comedy film.
- Where was A Desperate Case produced?
- A Desperate Case was produced in United Kingdom.