Something Short of Paradise
“Love isn't blind... just a little nearsighted!”
Synopsis
A young couple in New York are having problems with their relationship.
Top Cast
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Susan Sarandon
Madeline Ross
David Steinberg
Harris Sloane
Jean-Pierre Aumont
Jean-Fidel Mileau
Marilyn Sokol
Ruthie Miller
Joe Grifasi
Barney Collins
Robert Hitt
Edgar Kent
David Rasche
David Ritchie
Bob Kaliban
George Pendleton
Ted Pugh
Frank Barnett
Ann Robey
Gail Barnett
William Francis
Hotel Manager
Adrienne Jalbert
Fru-Fru
Terrence O'Hara
Donny Conrad
Fred Nassif
Desk Clerk
Sonya Jennings
Beth
Ellen March
Lisa
Loretta Tupper
Alice Quine
Martha Sherrill
Mrs. Peel
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 5, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Helpern
- Screenplay & Story
- Fred Barron
- Original Score
- Mark Snow
- Original Title
- Something Short of Paradise
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- American International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Helpern
Fred Barron
Mark Snow
Walter Lassally
Frank Bracht
Samuel Z. Arkoff, Lester Berman, James C. Gutman
Department Leadership Roster
David Helpern
Director
Walter Lassally
Director of Photography
Fred Barron
Writer
Lester Berman
Producer
James C. Gutman
Producer
Mark Snow
Original Music Composer
Frank Bracht
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Something Short of Paradise
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Something Short of Paradise about?
A young couple in New York are having problems with their relationship.
Who directed Something Short of Paradise?
Something Short of Paradise was directed by David Helpern.
Who stars in Something Short of Paradise?
The principal cast of Something Short of Paradise includes Susan Sarandon, David Steinberg, Jean-Pierre Aumont, Marilyn Sokol, Joe Grifasi.
When was Something Short of Paradise released and how long is it?
Something Short of Paradise was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Something Short of Paradise?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Something Short of Paradise was composed by Mark Snow.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Something Short of Paradise?
Something Short of Paradise holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).