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6.0 / 10(19 votes)IMDbR19701h 29mUnited States of America

Loving

“Trust was something she took for granted”

Synopsis

Brooks Wilson is in crisis. He is torn between his wife Selma and two daughters and his mistress Grace, and also between his career as a successful illustrator and his feeling that he might still produce something worthwhile.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

March 4, 1970

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Irvin Kershner
Screenplay & Story
Don Devlin
Original Score
Bernardo Segall
Original Title
Loving
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 29m
Production Studios
Brooks Ltd., Columbia Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Irvin Kershner

Screenplay & Story

Don Devlin, J.M. Ryan

Original Score & Music

Bernardo Segall

Director of Photography

Gordon Willis

Film Editing

Robert Lawrence

Producers

Don Devlin, Raymond Wagner

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:J.M. Ryan

Department Leadership Roster

Irvin Kershner

Irvin Kershner

Director

Don Devlin

Screenplay

Don Devlin

Producer

Bernardo Segall

Original Music Composer

Gordon Willis

Gordon Willis

Director of Photography

Robert Lawrence

Editor

Walter Scott Herndon

Production Design

Albert Wolsky

Albert Wolsky

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Loving.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Loving

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

What is Loving about?

Brooks Wilson is in crisis. He is torn between his wife Selma and two daughters and his mistress Grace, and also between his career as a successful illustrator and his feeling that he might still produce something worthwhile.

Who directed Loving?

Loving was directed by Irvin Kershner.

Who stars in Loving?

The principal cast of Loving includes George Segal, Eva Marie Saint, Sterling Hayden, Keenan Wynn, Nancie Phillips.

When was Loving released and how long is it?

Loving was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.

Who composed the musical score for Loving?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Loving was composed by Bernardo Segall.

Is Loving based on a book or true story?

Loving is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "J.M. Ryan".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Loving?

Loving holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).