There are three parts to this public information message that advises kids to be careful when they are playing outdoors. The first sees a frisbee inadvertently wedge itself into an electricity substation and the fetching lad unfortunately makes friends with a 66,000 volt shock. It's a similar story with kites and planes - this one narrated by the inimitable voice of Brian Wilde - as we are all warned that the guide…
Play Safe (1978)
Sponsored as part of the Electricity Council's 'Understanding Electricity' campaign, Play Safe is a series of three hard-hitting fillers designed to highlight to children the potentially fatal consequences of playing near overhead electric lines and substations. The carefree attitude of the youngsters as they fly their kites and radio-controlled planes in the open air is undermined by composer Harry Robinson's electronic soundtrack, which pulsates with menace throughout.
Top Cast
Bernard Cribbins
Robin (voice)
Brian Wilde
Owl (voice)
Jayne Tottman
Amy
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What is Play Safe about?
Sponsored as part of the Electricity Council's 'Understanding Electricity' campaign, Play Safe is a series of three hard-hitting fillers designed to highlight to children the potentially fatal consequences of playing near overhead electric lines and substations. The carefree…
When was Play Safe released?
Play Safe was released in 1978.
What genres does Play Safe belong to?
Play Safe is categorised as Family, Animation, Drama.
Who stars in Play Safe?
The cast of Play Safe includes Bernard Cribbins, Brian Wilde, Jayne Tottman.