Fine Line
Synopsis
Lee’s award-winning thesis film for NYU parallels a young man running from the Mafia and a young woman hiding from the INS, and its blend of the comic and the melodramatic sets the tone for the first feature films to follow. The title refers to Manhattan’s Canal Street, which separates Chinatown from Little Italy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 18, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ang Lee
- Screenplay & Story
- Ang Lee
- Original Score
- Daniel Joseph Dee
- Original Title
- Fine Line
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Mandarin, English
- Runtime
- 46m
- Production Studios
- New York University (NYU), Tisch School of the Arts (NYU)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ang Lee
Ang Lee
Daniel Joseph Dee
Bobby Bukowski
Ang Lee
Department Leadership Roster
Ang Lee
Director
Bobby Bukowski
Director of Photography
Daniel Joseph Dee
Original Music Composer
Ang Lee
Writer
Ang Lee
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Fine Line.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fine Line
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fine Line about?
Lee’s award-winning thesis film for NYU parallels a young man running from the Mafia and a young woman hiding from the INS, and its blend of the comic and the melodramatic sets the tone for the first feature films to follow. The title refers to Manhattan’s Canal Street, which separates Chinatown from Little Italy.
Who directed Fine Line?
Fine Line was directed by Ang Lee.
Who stars in Fine Line?
The principal cast of Fine Line includes Patrick Cupo, Ching Ming Liu, Ira Katz, Chazz Palminteri, Mei-Hwa Chaa.
When was Fine Line released and how long is it?
Fine Line was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Fine Line?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fine Line was composed by Daniel Joseph Dee.