The Overcoat - CBC Home Video - DVD

The Overcoat is a CBC Home Video release featuring audio/video commentary with director Morris Panych. Inspired by the classic story by Nikolai Gogol, this acclaimed production blends drama, movement, humour, and visual storytelling to create a distinctive Canadian interpretation of a timeless tale.

The story follows a lonely clerk whose life is transformed by the purchase of a new overcoat, only for that brief moment of dignity and joy to lead into something darker and more haunting. With its theatrical style, expressive performances, and memorable direction, The Overcoat is a strong choice for viewers who enjoy literary adaptations, Canadian film and television, stage-inspired productions, and thoughtful visual drama.

A collectible find for fans of CBC productions, Morris Panych, Canadian arts programming, Gogol adaptations, and unique home video releases with director commentary.

Condition: New

Year: 2001

Production:  Principia Production

Director: Morris Panych

Actor: Peter Anderson

Format: DVD

Language: English

Time: 84 minutes

Weight: 92g

Dimensions: 19.1 x 13.5 x 1.5 cm