Monster in the Coal Bin is a Canadian short film, directed by Allen Schinkel and released in 1989.[1] Set in the 1950s, the film stars Adam Smoluk as Furby, a young boy who must learn to confront and overcome his fears after the death of his father.[2]

The film received a Genie Award nomination for Best Live Action Short Drama at the 11th Genie Awards in 1990.[3]

References

  1. ^ Nancy Baele, "The claustrophobic and obsessive films of Winnipeg". Ottawa Citizen, September 30, 1989.
  2. ^ John Danakas, "Film group offers new work". Winnipeg Sun, June 29, 1989.
  3. ^ Julia Nunes, "East meets West in battle for Genies". The Globe and Mail, February 14, 1990.


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