Paradise
“If only it could have been forever.”
Synopsis
After their caravan is attacked and their respective families butchered by Arab marauders, teenagers David and Sarah flee across the desert. But the desert is filled with danger from the elements, animals and the unwholesome appetite of the Jackal, a sheik who wants Sarah for himself. However, the desert also holds temptation and love. David and Sarah hide out in an oasis and build a life for themselves, discovering each other in new ways.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 7, 1982
Wide Cinema Exhibition
August 21, 2013
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$5.6M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stuart Gillard
- Screenplay & Story
- Stuart Gillard
- Original Score
- Paul Hoffert
- Original Title
- Paradise
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Worldwide Gross
- $5.6M
- Production Studios
- RSL Entertainment Corp., Guardian Trust Company, Moviecorp VI, New World-Mutual
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stuart Gillard
Stuart Gillard
Paul Hoffert
Adam Greenberg
Howard Terrill
Stephen J. Roth, Howard Lipson, Bruce Mallen, Robert Lantos
Department Leadership Roster
Stuart Gillard
Director
Adam Greenberg
Director of Photography
Stuart Gillard
Writer
Paul Hoffert
Original Music Composer
Howard Terrill
Editor
Stephen J. Roth
Producer
Mary Jane McCarty
Costume Design
Claude Bonnière
Production Design
Robert Lantos
Producer
Julie Whitfield
Costume Design
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
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Paradise
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Paradise about?
After their caravan is attacked and their respective families butchered by Arab marauders, teenagers David and Sarah flee across the desert. But the desert is filled with danger from the elements, animals and the unwholesome appetite of the Jackal, a sheik who wants Sarah for himself. However, the desert also holds temptation and love. David and Sarah hide out in an oasis and build a life for themselves, discovering each other in new ways.
Who directed Paradise?
Paradise was directed by Stuart Gillard.
Who stars in Paradise?
The principal cast of Paradise includes Willie Aames, Phoebe Cates, Tuvia Tavi, Richard Curnock, Neil Vipond.
When was Paradise released and how long is it?
Paradise was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
How much did Paradise make at the box office?
Paradise grossed $5.6M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Paradise?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Paradise was composed by Paul Hoffert.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Paradise?
Paradise holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).