Leon's Case
Synopsis
It is the story of a pacifist of the 60s, who, after living as a deserter for twelve years, decides to hand himself over to the authorities and face a legitimate political trial. Surprisingly, he discovers that no one cares who he is and what he has done. Emerging from his dirty basement, Leon realizes that the FBI has stopped looking for him and that President Carter has granted an amnesty. The old companions have become employees, their only "commitment" is now the family. The students of the universities refuse any political appeal. During an incredible party, given in his honor, Leon accuses his old friends of having stopped worrying, they tell him that life is much more complex than they believed in their youth. Having cut his hair, Leon also looks for a job. What he will be able to find, however, is the surprise of the last lines of the film.
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John Diehl
Leon
Patricia Gaul
Karen
Christopher Allport
Keith
Drew Barrymore
Jenny
Steve Stuart
Copy Store Attendant
Stephen Keep Mills
Rydell
Henry G. Sanders
Policeman
Laura Owens
Receptionist
Leslie Linn
TV Anchorperson
Kate Zentall
Party Guest
Tim Cunningham
Party Guest
Larry Vigus
Party Guest
Stan Roth
Party Guest
William Forward
Party Guest
Carolyn Allport
Party Guest
Bill McSwain
Party Guest
Larry Feder
Jogger
Larry Kenswil
Man on Bus
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dan Attias
- Screenplay & Story
- Raymond Hartung
- Original Score
- Donald Peake
- Original Title
- Leon's Case
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 25m
- Production Studios
- UCLA School of Film and Television, Temple Hill Productions, Inc., Independent Cinema Artists & Producers (ICAP) (Distributor)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dan Attias
Raymond Hartung
Donald Peake
Jamie Anderson
Gib Jaffe
Dan Attias
Department Leadership Roster
Raymond Hartung
Writer
Jamie Anderson
Director of Photography
Gib Jaffe
Editor
Donald Peake
Original Music Composer
Dan Attias
Producer
Dan Attias
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Leon's Case
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Leon's Case about?
It is the story of a pacifist of the 60s, who, after living as a deserter for twelve years, decides to hand himself over to the authorities and face a legitimate political trial. Surprisingly, he discovers that no one cares who he is and what he has done. Emerging from his dirty basement, Leon realizes that the FBI has stopped looking for him and that President Carter has granted an amnesty. The old companions have become employees, their only "commitment" is now the family. The students of the universities refuse any political appeal. During an incredible party, given in his honor, Leon accuses his old friends of having stopped worrying, they tell him that life is much more complex than they believed in their youth. Having cut his hair, Leon also looks for a job. What he will be able to find, however, is the surprise of the last lines of the film.
Who directed Leon's Case?
Leon's Case was directed by Dan Attias.
Who stars in Leon's Case?
The principal cast of Leon's Case includes John Diehl, Patricia Gaul, Christopher Allport, Drew Barrymore, Steve Stuart.
When was Leon's Case released and how long is it?
Leon's Case was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Leon's Case?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Leon's Case was composed by Donald Peake.