Brighton Beach Memoirs
Synopsis
Eugene, a young teenage Jewish boy, recalls his memoirs of his time as an adolescent youth. He lives with his parents, his aunt, two cousins, and his brother, Stanley, whom he looks up to and admires. He goes through the hardships of puberty, sexual fantasy, and living the life of a poor boy in a crowded house.
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Brighton Beach Memoirs 1986 TV trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-03-08
Top Cast
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Jonathan Silverman
Eugene Morris Jerome
Blythe Danner
Kate
Stacey Glick
Laurie
Lisa Waltz
Nora
Judith Ivey
Blanche
Bob Dishy
Jack
Brian Drillinger
Stanley
James Handy
Frank Murphy
Bette Henritze
Mrs. Murphy
Steven Hill
Mr. Stroheim
David Margulies
Mr. Farber
Fyvush Finkel
Mr. Greenblatt
Kathleen Doyle
Mrs. Laski
Alan Weeks
Andrew
Marilyn Cooper
Woman in Street
Jason Alexander
Pool Player #1
Christian Baskous
Pool Player #2
Brian Evers
Policeman #1
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 26, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gene Saks
- Screenplay & Story
- Neil Simon
- Original Score
- Michael Small
- Original Title
- Brighton Beach Memoirs
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures, Rastar Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gene Saks
Neil Simon
Michael Small
John Bailey
Carol Littleton
David Chasman, Ray Stark
Department Leadership Roster
Gene Saks
Director
Stuart Wurtzel
Production Design
Michael Small
Original Music Composer
Neil Simon
Screenplay
Joseph G. Aulisi
Costume Design
Ray Stark
Producer
Carol Littleton
Editor
John Bailey
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Brighton Beach Memoirs
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What is Brighton Beach Memoirs about?
Eugene, a young teenage Jewish boy, recalls his memoirs of his time as an adolescent youth. He lives with his parents, his aunt, two cousins, and his brother, Stanley, whom he looks up to and admires. He goes through the hardships of puberty, sexual fantasy, and living the life of a poor boy in a crowded house.
Who directed Brighton Beach Memoirs?
Brighton Beach Memoirs was directed by Gene Saks.
Who stars in Brighton Beach Memoirs?
The principal cast of Brighton Beach Memoirs includes Jonathan Silverman, Blythe Danner, Stacey Glick, Lisa Waltz, Judith Ivey.
When was Brighton Beach Memoirs released and how long is it?
Brighton Beach Memoirs was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
Who composed the musical score for Brighton Beach Memoirs?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Brighton Beach Memoirs was composed by Michael Small.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Brighton Beach Memoirs?
Brighton Beach Memoirs holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).