Book of Love
“Some things never change.”
Synopsis
John Twiller takes down his high school yearbook and begins to reminiscence about that time he first moved into the neighborhood in 1956. His teenage self, Jack is obsessed with Lily one of the more popular girls around. The sole obstacle is Angelo, her bullying boyfriend. With the help of his pals Crutch, Floyd, and Spider, he makes every attempt possible to change her mind.
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Michael McKean
Adult Jack Twiller
Chris Young
Jack Twiller
Josie Bissett
Lily
Beau Dremann
Angelo Gabooch
John Cameron Mitchell
Floyd
Keith Coogan
Crutch Kane
Tricia Leigh Fisher
Gina Gabooch
Danny Nucci
Spider Bomboni
John Achorn
Mr. Joe Twiller
Jill Jaress
Mrs. Kitty Twiller
Lewis Arquette
Mr. Malloy
Anna Berger
Mama Gabooch
Michael Cavalieri
Ubaldini
Lin Shaye
Mrs. Flynn
Allison Barron
Sparta
Meadow Monioz
Dancer
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 3, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Shaye
- Screenplay & Story
- William Kotzwinkle
- Original Score
- Stanley Clarke
- Original Title
- Book of Love
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1
- Production Studios
- New Line Cinema
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Shaye
William Kotzwinkle
Stanley Clarke
Peter Deming
Terry Stokes
Rachel Talalay, Sara Risher
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Shaye
Director
Rachel Talalay
Producer
C.J. Strawn
Production Design
William Kotzwinkle
Screenplay
Peter Deming
Director of Photography
Susie DeSanto
Costume Design
Terry Stokes
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Book of Love
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Book of Love about?
John Twiller takes down his high school yearbook and begins to reminiscence about that time he first moved into the neighborhood in 1956. His teenage self, Jack is obsessed with Lily one of the more popular girls around. The sole obstacle is Angelo, her bullying boyfriend. With the help of his pals Crutch, Floyd, and Spider, he makes every attempt possible to change her mind.
Who directed Book of Love?
Book of Love was directed by Robert Shaye.
Who stars in Book of Love?
The principal cast of Book of Love includes Michael McKean, Chris Young, Josie Bissett, Beau Dremann, John Cameron Mitchell.
When was Book of Love released and how long is it?
Book of Love was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.
How much did Book of Love make at the box office?
Book of Love grossed $1 in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Book of Love?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Book of Love was composed by Stanley Clarke.
Is Book of Love based on a book or true story?
Book of Love is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "William Kotzwinkle".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Book of Love?
Book of Love holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).