The Alarm Clock (1996)

The Alarm Clock (1996) poster

t's 6:20 a.m. The camera pans a slew of alarm clocks that start to ring simultaneously, all set to awaken a solitary middle-aged man. The alarms are elaborate: in addition to traditional clocks, horns blow, bright lights flash, and a pot even blows smoke at the sleeper. After several minutes, the bed itself finally bounces him to his feet and he begins to make his way through his house, slowly, keeping only a step ahead of things falling, or cutting through the air head high. He grabs his coat, shambles out the door - and it becomes apparent why it is he must wake up. These surprising duties completed, it's time for an espresso. It arrives like clockwork, right on schedule.

Director: Marc-Henri Wajnberg
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Michel Baudour
Editing: Hélène Ducret
Production: Alya Productions, Canal + Belgique, Centre du Cinéma et de l'Audiovisuel de la FWB, Panic Productions, Wajnbrosse Productions
Original Language: xx

Keywords

short film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Alarm Clock about?
t's 6:20 a.m. The camera pans a slew of alarm clocks that start to ring simultaneously, all set to awaken a solitary middle-aged man. The alarms are elaborate: in addition to traditional clocks, horns blow, bright lights flash, and a pot even blows smoke at the sleeper. After several minutes, the bed itself finally bounces him to his feet and he begins to make his way through his house, slowly, keeping only a step ahead of things falling, or cutting through the air head high. He grabs his coat, shambles out the door - and it becomes apparent why it is he must wake up. These surprising duties completed, it's time for an espresso. It arrives like clockwork, right on schedule.
Who directed The Alarm Clock?
The Alarm Clock was directed by Marc-Henri Wajnberg.
Who stars in The Alarm Clock?
The Alarm Clock stars Jean-Claude Dreyfus.
How long is The Alarm Clock?
The Alarm Clock has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
What genre is The Alarm Clock?
The Alarm Clock is a Comedy film.