Curse of the Starving Class
Synopsis
Curse of the Starving Class is a play by Sam Shepard, considered the first of a series on family tragedies. Drama about a dirt-poor 1950's-era farm family. Dad's a foul talking drunk and Mom is desperately trying to save what's left of their family life.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 13, 1994
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Michael McClary
- Screenplay & Story
- Bruce Beresford
- Original Score
- Frank Hames, John Bryant
- Original Title
- Curse of the Starving Class
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Breakheart Films, August Entertainment, Banque Paribas
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Michael McClary
Bruce Beresford, Sam Shepard
Frank Hames, John Bryant
Richard Quinlan
Dean Goodhill
Mark Amin, Bruce Beresford, David M. Goldstein, William B. O'Boyle, William S. Gilmore
Department Leadership Roster
J. Michael McClary
Director
Sam Shepard
Writer
William S. Gilmore
Producer
Harel Goldstein
Producer
Richard Quinlan
Director of Photography
Dean Goodhill
Editor
Ladislav Wilheim
Production Design
Kathryn Morrison
Costume Design
Bruce Beresford
Screenplay
Russell Towery
Stunt Coordinator
Frank Hames
Original Music Composer
John Bryant
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is Curse of the Starving Class about?
Curse of the Starving Class is a play by Sam Shepard, considered the first of a series on family tragedies. Drama about a dirt-poor 1950's-era farm family. Dad's a foul talking drunk and Mom is desperately trying to save what's left of their family life.
Who directed Curse of the Starving Class?
Curse of the Starving Class was directed by J. Michael McClary.
Who stars in Curse of the Starving Class?
The principal cast of Curse of the Starving Class includes James Woods, Kathy Bates, Randy Quaid, Henry Thomas, Kristin Fiorella.
When was Curse of the Starving Class released and how long is it?
Curse of the Starving Class was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
Who composed the musical score for Curse of the Starving Class?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Curse of the Starving Class was composed by Frank Hames, John Bryant.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Curse of the Starving Class?
Curse of the Starving Class holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).