Project Detail

Famous Fred

Synopsis

Sophie and Nick are surprised to learn that their recently deceased pet was no ordinary cat - Fred was a world-famous rock star! However, the pleasures and pressures of the high life proved too much for the star who fell ill with cat flu never to recover. But just how many lives does Fred have left...?





This musical celebration featuring original songs is a treat for cat fans of all ages.

Details

Year
1998
Type of film
Shorts
Running time
25 mins
Format
35mm
Director
Joanna Quinn
Producer
John Coates
Executive Producer
John Coates
Principal cast
Voices of Lenny Henry, Tom Courtney, David Robb and Jessica Lynam
Screen Writer
Joanna Quinn adapted from Posy Simmonds’ book ‘Fred’

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Production Status

Production Company

TVC 39 Grafton Way, London W1P 5LA Tel: 020 7388 2222 Fax: 020 7388 3419

Sales Company

S4C International Parc T^y Glas, Llanisien, Cardiff CF4 5DU Tel: 01222 741488 Fax: 01222 754444 E Mail: international@s4c.co.uk

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