The Shadow Box

– Over the course of a day in a California hospice, three terminally ill patients are observed with th..

Type:
Movie
Rating:
5.90 / 10
Duration:
One Hour and 36 Minutes
Release Year:
1980
The Shadow Box (1980)

Over the course of a day in a California hospice, three terminally ill patients are observed with their families reflecting on life and death. Adapted for television from the award-winning play by Michael Cristofer.

Producing Country:
USA
Filming Locations:
Genre:
Release Date:

28 Dec 1980

Language:

English

Director:

Paul Newman

Writer:

Michael Cristofer (play), Michael Cristofer (screenplay)

Main Actors:

Joanne Woodward, Christopher Plummer, Valerie Harper, James Broderick

Plot:

Three terminally-ill cancer patients dwell in separate cottages on a hospital's grounds, where they are attended and visited by both family and close friends.

Awards:

Won 1 Golden Globe. Another 1 win & 3 nominations.

Production:

Shadow Box Film Company

Ratings:
Internet Movie Database:
5.9/10