Fool for Love
“Desire beyond the edge of passion.”
Synopsis
A woman is waiting in a motel for her boyfriend, when an old flame turns up and tries to take her back to the life she is trying to leave behind.
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Fool for Love (1985) Original Trailer [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-05-15
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 6, 1985
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Altman
- Screenplay & Story
- Sam Shepard
- Original Score
- George Burt
- Original Title
- Fool for Love
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
- Production Studios
- The Cannon Group, Golan-Globus Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Altman
Sam Shepard
George Burt
Pierre Mignot
Stephen P. Dunn, Luce Grunenwaldt
Yoram Globus, Menahem Golan
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Altman
Director
Sam Shepard
Screenplay
Yoram Globus
Producer
Menahem Golan
Producer
Pierre Mignot
Director of Photography
George Burt
Original Music Composer
Stephen P. Dunn
Editor
Luce Grunenwaldt
Editor
Stephen Altman
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fool for Love
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fool for Love about?
A woman is waiting in a motel for her boyfriend, when an old flame turns up and tries to take her back to the life she is trying to leave behind.
Who directed Fool for Love?
Fool for Love was directed by Robert Altman.
Who stars in Fool for Love?
The principal cast of Fool for Love includes Sam Shepard, Kim Basinger, Harry Dean Stanton, Randy Quaid, Martha Crawford.
When was Fool for Love released and how long is it?
Fool for Love was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for Fool for Love?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Fool for Love was composed by George Burt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Fool for Love?
Fool for Love holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).