Blue Desert
“Never run...where you can't hide.”
Synopsis
After surviving rape, comic-book artist Lisa Roberts moves from New York City to small town in Arizona. But there's danger in small towns too.
Top Cast
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D. B. Sweeney
Steve Smith
Courteney Cox
Lisa Roberts
Craig Sheffer
Randall Atkins
Philip Baker Hall
Joe
Sandy Ward
Walter
Pete Schrum
Burly Man (as Pete Schrum)
Anne Bellamy
Emily
Robert Miano
William Karp
Tom Finnegan
Ed O'Donnell
Connie Sawyer
Elderly Lady 1
Anita Keith
Elderly Lady 2
Ray Lykins
Mugger
Diane Adair
Nurse (as Diane Diefendorf)
David Ursin
Doctor
Vali Ashton
Young Woman
Joe Lerer
Townie 1
Gary Ballard
Townie 2
Tommy Lamey
Garage Assistant
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 11, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bradley Battersby
- Screenplay & Story
- Bradley Battersby, Arthur Collis
- Original Score
- Joel Goldsmith
- Original Title
- Blue Desert
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- NEO Motion Pictures, Overseas FilmGroup
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bradley Battersby
Bradley Battersby, Arthur Collis
Joel Goldsmith
Paul Murphy
Debra Bard
Martin F. Gold, Joel Soisson, Arthur Collis, Michael S. Murphey, David Peters
Department Leadership Roster
Bradley Battersby
Director
Arthur Collis
Producer
Bradley Battersby
Writer
Debra Bard
Editor
Michael Perry
Production Design
Arthur Collis
Writer
David Peters
Producer
Colleen Kelsall
Costume Design
Paul Murphy
Director of Photography
Dan Bradley
Stunt Coordinator
Joel Goldsmith
Original Music Composer
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Desert
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Blue Desert about?
After surviving rape, comic-book artist Lisa Roberts moves from New York City to small town in Arizona. But there's danger in small towns too.
Who directed Blue Desert?
Blue Desert was directed by Bradley Battersby.
Who stars in Blue Desert?
The principal cast of Blue Desert includes D. B. Sweeney, Courteney Cox, Craig Sheffer, Philip Baker Hall, Sandy Ward.
When was Blue Desert released and how long is it?
Blue Desert was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Blue Desert?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blue Desert was composed by Joel Goldsmith.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Blue Desert?
Blue Desert holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).