The Finishing Line

The Finishing Line

1977 · 21 min · ★ 5.7 · Thriller, Horror

When a schoolboy's day-dream of a fantasy sports day includes events where acts of vandalism and trespass are required, dire consequences ensue. Originally created as an educational film, this somewhat surrealist short has a serious message at its core. This won't be a lesson you'll forget in a hurry.

Directed by John Krish · Written by John Kirsh

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