The Corridor People
The Corridor People is a British television series produced by Granada Television for the ITV network in 1966, devised and written by Edward Boyd. A surreal black-and-white detective series, The Corridor People pitched security agent Kronk against exotic villainess Syrie Van Epp over the course of four episodes.
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Plot Summary
A man walks through a long corridor, encountering various figures from his past who represent different aspects of his life and career. Each encounter forces him to confront his choices and the trajectory of his existence. The film is a metaphorical journey of self-reflection and reckoning.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1966, "The Corridor People" did not receive widespread critical reviews in the same manner as feature films. Its impact is more often discussed within the context of early experimental filmmaking and the performances of its actors, particularly David Carradine in an early role.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its abstract and symbolic narrative structure.
- Appreciated for the compelling performances of its lead actors, especially David Carradine.
- Noted as an interesting example of low-budget, independent filmmaking from the era.
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Fun Fact
This short film features David Carradine in one of his earliest credited acting roles, long before his breakout performance in the television series 'Kung Fu'.
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