The Story of a Three-Day Pass
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Synopsis
Turner, a black American soldier, is given three days leave in Paris. Not knowing what to do with himself, he goes to a nightclub where he meets a French girl named Miriam. Their romance blossoms, but their love affair is darkened by Turner's impending departure and the specter of racial prejudice.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
San Francisco International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 8, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Melvin Van Peebles
- Screenplay & Story
- Melvin Van Peebles
- Original Score
- Melvin Van Peebles, Mickey Baker
- Original Title
- La permission
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- O.P.E.R.A.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Melvin Van Peebles
Melvin Van Peebles
Melvin Van Peebles, Mickey Baker
Liliane Korb
Gaston Doha, Guy Belfond
Department Leadership Roster
Melvin Van Peebles
Director
Liliane Korb
Editor
Melvin Van Peebles
Writer
Guy Belfond
Producer
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What is The Story of a Three-Day Pass about?
Turner, a black American soldier, is given three days leave in Paris. Not knowing what to do with himself, he goes to a nightclub where he meets a French girl named Miriam. Their romance blossoms, but their love affair is darkened by Turner's impending departure and the specter of racial prejudice.
Who directed The Story of a Three-Day Pass?
The Story of a Three-Day Pass was directed by Melvin Van Peebles.
Who stars in The Story of a Three-Day Pass?
The principal cast of The Story of a Three-Day Pass includes Harry Baird, Nicole Berger, Pierre Doris, Christian Marin, Hal Brav.
When was The Story of a Three-Day Pass released and how long is it?
The Story of a Three-Day Pass was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for The Story of a Three-Day Pass?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Story of a Three-Day Pass was composed by Melvin Van Peebles, Mickey Baker.