Right to Die
Synopsis
Emily Bauer (Raquel Welch) is a successful psychologist with a happy home life who is suddenly stricken with the dreaded neurological affliction ALS (aka "Lou Gehrig's Disease"). At first, she is determined to fight for her life, but as her conditions deteriorates and she becomes more of a human vegetable, Ms. Welch begs her husband (Michael Gross) to help her die.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Wendkos
- Screenplay & Story
- Phil Penningroth
- Original Score
- Brad Fiedel
- Original Title
- Right to Die
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Wendkos
Phil Penningroth
Brad Fiedel
Bernd Heinl
James Galloway
Karen Danaher-Dorr, Don Ohlmeyer
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Wendkos
Director
Phil Penningroth
Writer
James Galloway
Editor
Karen Danaher-Dorr
Producer
Bernd Heinl
Director of Photography
Dena Roth
Production Design
Robert M. Moore
Costume Design
Brad Fiedel
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Right to Die
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Right to Die about?
Emily Bauer (Raquel Welch) is a successful psychologist with a happy home life who is suddenly stricken with the dreaded neurological affliction ALS (aka "Lou Gehrig's Disease"). At first, she is determined to fight for her life, but as her conditions deteriorates and she becomes more of a human vegetable, Ms. Welch begs her husband (Michael Gross) to help her die.
Who directed Right to Die?
Right to Die was directed by Paul Wendkos.
Who stars in Right to Die?
The principal cast of Right to Die includes Raquel Welch, Michael Gross, Bonnie Bartlett, Peter Michael Goetz, Joanna Miles.
When was Right to Die released and how long is it?
Right to Die was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Right to Die?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Right to Die was composed by Brad Fiedel.