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Something Short of Paradise (1979) — OmList

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American International Pictures presents

Something Short of Paradise

directed by David Helpern

“Love isn't blind... just a little nearsighted!”

19791h 27mPGDrama

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American International Pictures presents

Something Short of Paradise

directed by David Helpern

“Love isn't blind... just a little nearsighted!”

19791h 27mPGDrama

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§ Synopsis

Drama · Comedy · Romance

A young couple in New York are having problems with their relationship.

§ Keywords

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new york city jealousy love triangle flirt nightclub flashback dating break-up magazine editor movie theater romantic relationship

§ Crew

behind the camera

Director

Writer

Cinematography

Walter Lassally

Music

§ Cast

8 of 36

Susan Sarandon

as Madeline Ross

David Steinberg

David Steinberg

as Harris Sloane

Jean-Pierre Aumont

Jean-Pierre Aumont

as Jean-Fidel Mileau

Marilyn Sokol

as Ruthie Miller

Joe Grifasi

as Barney Collins

David Rasche

as David Ritchie

as George Pendleton

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