Garbo Talks
“Sometimes you can catch a star...”
Synopsis
When New York accountant Gilbert Rolfe finds out his mother has a brain tumor, he is devastated. His incorrigible mother, Estelle, has one last wish: to meet the great Greta Garbo. Gilbert, wanting to do this last thing for her, sets out on a wild goose chase through the streets of New York City to track down the iconic star, at the expense of his personal life and much to the chagrin of his wife, Lisa. Can he find Garbo before it's too late?
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Garbo Talks (1984) Original Trailer [HD]
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Top Cast
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Anne Bancroft
Estelle Rolfe
Ron Silver
Gilbert Rolfe
Carrie Fisher
Lisa Rolfe
Catherine Hicks
Jane Mortimer
Steven Hill
Walter Rolfe
Howard Da Silva
Angelo Dakakis
Dorothy Loudon
Sonya Apollinar
Harvey Fierstein
Bernie Whitlock
Hermione Gingold
Elizabeth Rennick
Richard B. Shull
Shepard Plotkin
Michael Lombard
Mr. Morganelli
Ed Crowley
Mr. Goldhammer
Alice Spivak
Claire Rolfe
Maurice Sterman
Dr. Cohen
Antonia Rey
Esmeralda
Court Miller
'Romeo and Juliet' Director
Denny Dillon
Elaine
Karen Shallo
Harriet
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 12, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Lumet
- Screenplay & Story
- Larry Grusin
- Original Score
- Cy Coleman
- Original Title
- Garbo Talks
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- United Artists, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Lumet
Larry Grusin
Cy Coleman
Andrzej Bartkowiak
Andrew Mondshein
Burtt Harris, Elliott Kastner
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Lumet
Director
Cy Coleman
Original Music Composer
Andrew Mondshein
Editor
Larry Grusin
Writer
Burtt Harris
Producer
Anna Hill Johnstone
Costume Design
Elliott Kastner
Producer
Philip Rosenberg
Production Design
Andrzej Bartkowiak
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Garbo Talks
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What is Garbo Talks about?
When New York accountant Gilbert Rolfe finds out his mother has a brain tumor, he is devastated. His incorrigible mother, Estelle, has one last wish: to meet the great Greta Garbo. Gilbert, wanting to do this last thing for her, sets out on a wild goose chase through the streets of New York City to track down the iconic star, at the expense of his personal life and much to the chagrin of his wife, Lisa. Can he find Garbo before it's too late?
Who directed Garbo Talks?
Garbo Talks was directed by Sidney Lumet.
Who stars in Garbo Talks?
The principal cast of Garbo Talks includes Anne Bancroft, Ron Silver, Carrie Fisher, Catherine Hicks, Steven Hill.
When was Garbo Talks released and how long is it?
Garbo Talks was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for Garbo Talks?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Garbo Talks was composed by Cy Coleman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Garbo Talks?
Garbo Talks holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).