The Appointments of Dennis Jennings
Synopsis
Dennis Jennings is an introverted daydreamer, sleepwalking through life. He is a professional waiter and has an equally-dull girlfriend, Emma. In an attempt to release his pent-up feelings of isolation, he begins seeing a psychiatrist, only to discover that the doctor is somewhat less than interested in what he has to say. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
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The Appointments of Dennis Jennings
Type: Featurette • Published 2013-09-10
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Steven Wright
Dennis Jennings
Rowan Atkinson
Dr. Schooner
Laurie Metcalf
Emma
Carrotte
Laughing Psychiatrist
Christopher Durang
Laughing Psychiatrist
Martha Gehman
Lisa
Joe Grifasi
Bartender
Thomas Ikeda
Laughing Psychiatrist
Dana Ivey
Newscaster
Peter Maloney
Dr. Wilson
Bill McCutcheon
Man on TV
Mick Muldoon
Repairman
David Hyde Pierce
Businessman
Mike Starr
Doorman
John Tillinger
Psychiatrist Drawing
Damian Young
Businessman
Rochelle Oliver
Woman on TV
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 7, 1988
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dean Parisot
- Screenplay & Story
- Mike Armstrong, Steven Wright
- Original Title
- The Appointments of Dennis Jennings
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dean Parisot
Mike Armstrong, Steven Wright
Paul Jackson, Paula Mazur, David V. Picker
Department Leadership Roster
Paula Mazur
Producer
Mike Armstrong
Writer
Dean Parisot
Director
Steven Wright
Writer
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is The Appointments of Dennis Jennings about?
Dennis Jennings is an introverted daydreamer, sleepwalking through life. He is a professional waiter and has an equally-dull girlfriend, Emma. In an attempt to release his pent-up feelings of isolation, he begins seeing a psychiatrist, only to discover that the doctor is somewhat less than interested in what he has to say. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Who directed The Appointments of Dennis Jennings?
The Appointments of Dennis Jennings was directed by Dean Parisot.
Who stars in The Appointments of Dennis Jennings?
The principal cast of The Appointments of Dennis Jennings includes Steven Wright, Rowan Atkinson, Laurie Metcalf, Carrotte, Christopher Durang.
When was The Appointments of Dennis Jennings released and how long is it?
The Appointments of Dennis Jennings was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 29m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Appointments of Dennis Jennings?
The Appointments of Dennis Jennings holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).