Bad Timing
“His terrifying obsession took them to the brink of death and beyond.”
Synopsis
Alex Linden is a psychiatrist living in Vienna who meets Milena Flaherty though a mutual friend. Though Alex is quite a bit older than Milena, he's attracted to her young, carefree spirit. Despite the fact that Milena is already married, their friendship quickly turns into a deeply passionate love affair that threatens to overtake them both. When Milena ends up in the hospital from an overdose, Alex is taken into custody by Inspector Netusil.
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Bad Timing (1980) TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-01-24
Top Cast
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Art Garfunkel
Alex Linden
Theresa Russell
Milena Flaherty
Harvey Keitel
Inspector Netusil
Denholm Elliott
Stefan Vognic
Daniel Massey
Foppish Man
Dana Gillespie
Amy Miller
William Hootkins
Col. Taylor
Eugene Lipinski
Hospital Policeman
George Roubicek
Policeman #1
Stefan Gryff
Policeman #2
Sevilla Delofski
Czech Receptionist
Robert Walker
Konrad
Gertan Klauber
Ambulance Man
Ania Marson
Dr. Schneider
Lex van Delden
Young Doctor
Rudolf Bissegger
Giovanni
Hans Christian
Czech Consul
Ellan Fartt
Ulla
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 2, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 13, 2006
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicolas Roeg
- Screenplay & Story
- Yale Udoff
- Original Score
- Richard Hartley
- Original Title
- Bad Timing
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- French, English, German, Czech
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Production Studios
- Recorded Picture Company, The Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicolas Roeg
Yale Udoff
Richard Hartley
Anthony B. Richmond
Tony Lawson
Jeremy Thomas, Tim Van Rellim
Department Leadership Roster
Nicolas Roeg
Director
Yale Udoff
Screenplay
Jeremy Thomas
Producer
Tim Van Rellim
Producer
Tony Lawson
Editor
Richard Hartley
Original Music Composer
Anthony B. Richmond
Director of Photography
Marit Allen
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bad Timing
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What is Bad Timing about?
Alex Linden is a psychiatrist living in Vienna who meets Milena Flaherty though a mutual friend. Though Alex is quite a bit older than Milena, he's attracted to her young, carefree spirit. Despite the fact that Milena is already married, their friendship quickly turns into a deeply passionate love affair that threatens to overtake them both. When Milena ends up in the hospital from an overdose, Alex is taken into custody by Inspector Netusil.
Who directed Bad Timing?
Bad Timing was directed by Nicolas Roeg.
Who stars in Bad Timing?
The principal cast of Bad Timing includes Art Garfunkel, Theresa Russell, Harvey Keitel, Denholm Elliott, Daniel Massey.
When was Bad Timing released and how long is it?
Bad Timing was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.
Who composed the musical score for Bad Timing?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bad Timing was composed by Richard Hartley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bad Timing?
Bad Timing holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.); FR: 16 (Interdit aux moins de 16 ans — 16+ only.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).