Pacific Palisades
“A French girl heads for Los Angeles to make it big.”
Synopsis
A woman from Paris, Bernadette, comes to the United States after being promised a job. When she arrives, however, she learns that she is a victim to a hoax. Unable to return to France, Bernadette looks for work while staying with her close friend Shirley, an actress looking for her big break. Their friendship is challenged when Bernadette finds herself falling in love with Shirley's boyfriend.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 11, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
December 5, 1990
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bernard Schmitt
- Screenplay & Story
- Bernard Schmitt, Marion Vernoux
- Original Score
- Jean-Jacques Goldman, Roland Romanelli
- Original Title
- Pacific Palisades
- Country of Origin
- France, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- BVF, Sandor
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bernard Schmitt
Bernard Schmitt, Marion Vernoux
Jean-Jacques Goldman, Roland Romanelli
Martial Barrault
Lise Fayolle, Bernard Verley
Department Leadership Roster
Bernard Schmitt
Director
Bernard Schmitt
Writer
Marion Vernoux
Writer
Lise Fayolle
Producer
Bernard Verley
Producer
Jean-Jacques Goldman
Original Music Composer
Roland Romanelli
Original Music Composer
Martial Barrault
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Pacific Palisades.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pacific Palisades
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pacific Palisades about?
A woman from Paris, Bernadette, comes to the United States after being promised a job. When she arrives, however, she learns that she is a victim to a hoax. Unable to return to France, Bernadette looks for work while staying with her close friend Shirley, an actress looking for her big break. Their friendship is challenged when Bernadette finds herself falling in love with Shirley's boyfriend.
Who directed Pacific Palisades?
Pacific Palisades was directed by Bernard Schmitt.
Who stars in Pacific Palisades?
The principal cast of Pacific Palisades includes Sophie Marceau, Adam Coleman Howard, Anne E. Curry, Toni Basil, Virginia Capers.
When was Pacific Palisades released and how long is it?
Pacific Palisades was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Pacific Palisades?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Pacific Palisades was composed by Jean-Jacques Goldman, Roland Romanelli.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pacific Palisades?
Pacific Palisades holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.).