A Talent for Loving
Synopsis
This Western spoof stars Richard Widmark as an American gambler who wins the deed to a Mexican ranch from a cunning outlaw. At the ranch, the gambler discovers that his new lands have entangled him in an ancient Aztec curse. The ranch's patriarch tries to persuade the newcomer to marry his daughter and explains that the family's women are doomed to be especially fierce and prolific in their romantic encounters.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Quine
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Rose
- Original Score
- Ken Thorne
- Original Title
- A Talent for Loving
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Walter Shenson Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Quine
Jack Rose, Richard Condon
Ken Thorne
Clifford Stine
Eric Boyd-Perkins
Walter Shenson
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Quine
Director
Eric Boyd-Perkins
Editor
Jack Rose
Screenplay
Ken Thorne
Original Music Composer
Clifford Stine
Director of Photography
Yvonne Blake
Costume Design
Walter Shenson
Producer
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What is A Talent for Loving about?
This Western spoof stars Richard Widmark as an American gambler who wins the deed to a Mexican ranch from a cunning outlaw. At the ranch, the gambler discovers that his new lands have entangled him in an ancient Aztec curse. The ranch's patriarch tries to persuade the newcomer to marry his daughter and explains that the family's women are doomed to be especially fierce and prolific in their romantic encounters.
Who directed A Talent for Loving?
A Talent for Loving was directed by Richard Quine.
Who stars in A Talent for Loving?
The principal cast of A Talent for Loving includes Richard Widmark, Chaim Topol, Geneviève Page, Cesar Romero, Max Showalter.
When was A Talent for Loving released and how long is it?
A Talent for Loving was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 50m.
Who composed the musical score for A Talent for Loving?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Talent for Loving was composed by Ken Thorne.
Is A Talent for Loving based on a book or true story?
A Talent for Loving is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Richard Condon".