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7.3 / 10(6 votes)IMDbNC-1719861h 25mUnited States of America

Getting Personal

“There's Nothing Private About It!”

Synopsis

A prostitute and a down-on-his-luck illegal immigrant decide to marry, both to cure her loneliness and grant him U.S. citizenship. However, when the couple falls on hard times, they are forced into a life of crime.

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Getting Personal (1985) [Quality X & Mélusine Blu-ray Promo Trailer]Official

Type: Trailer • Published 2023-08-01

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1986

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Henri Pachard
Screenplay & Story
Henri Pachard
Original Score
Barton Leslie III
Original Title
Getting Personal
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 25m
Production Studios
Caballero Home Video

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Henri Pachard

Screenplay & Story

Henri Pachard

Original Score & Music

Barton Leslie III

Director of Photography

Ron Dorfman

Film Editing

Ted Ryan

Department Leadership Roster

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Tigr

Production Design

Ron Dorfman

Ron Dorfman

Director of Photography

Ted Ryan

Editor

Henri Pachard

Henri Pachard

Director

Henri Pachard

Henri Pachard

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: NC-17

NC-17: Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NC-17

Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Getting Personal

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Getting Personal about?

A prostitute and a down-on-his-luck illegal immigrant decide to marry, both to cure her loneliness and grant him U.S. citizenship. However, when the couple falls on hard times, they are forced into a life of crime.

Who directed Getting Personal?

Getting Personal was directed by Henri Pachard.

Who stars in Getting Personal?

The principal cast of Getting Personal includes Colleen Brennan, Nina Hartley, Patti Petite, Rita Ricardo, Sharon Mitchell.

When was Getting Personal released and how long is it?

Getting Personal was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.

Who composed the musical score for Getting Personal?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Getting Personal was composed by Barton Leslie III.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Getting Personal?

Getting Personal holds official age classifications: US: NC-17 (Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.).