The Reference Section (1980)

This groundbreaking educational film was widely praised for its use of special effects. Followed the adventure of a young boy (Chong) desperately trying to finish a school project in the ... See full summary »

Director:

Ron Underwood

Writers:

Brent Maddock, S.S. Wilson

Stars:

Marcus Chong, Bill Aylesworth

Cast

Cast overview:
Marcus Chong	...	Lead (as Marcus Wyatt)
Bill Aylesworth	...	Billy

Storyline

This groundbreaking educational film was widely praised for its use of special effects. Followed the adventure of a young boy (Chong) desperately trying to finish a school project in the Library, while being harassed by a gang of bullies lead by Billy (Aylesworth). In an attempt to evade his tormentors, the boy hides in the libraries reference section, when all of the books 'come alive' and begin to speak. Led by a talking Encyclopedia, the boy is taught how to research and complete his book report. In the end, the bullies are locked in the reference room and subsequently attacked by the books!

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Genres:

Short

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

1980 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$50,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Barr Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

23 min

Color:

Color

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