Perfect Lives
"An opera for television"
Originally released in 1984. Perfect Lives is a tv movie/music film. directed by John Sanborn. With a runtime of 2h 55m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Robert Ashley, “Blue” Gene Tyranny, and Jill Kroesen
Synopsis
Set in the American Midwest, Perfect Lives is “about” bank robbery, cocktail lounges, geriatric love, adolescent elopement, the changing of the light at sundown, et al. One of the definitive text-sound compositions of the late 20th century, it has been called "the most influential music/theater/literary work of the 1980s".
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 16, 1984
41 years ago
Runtime
2h 55m
175 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Kitchen
- Channel 4 Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Perfect Lives about?
Set in the American Midwest, Perfect Lives is “about” bank robbery, cocktail lounges, geriatric love, adolescent elopement, the changing of the light at sundown, et al. One of the definitive te...
Who directed Perfect Lives?
Perfect Lives was directed by John Sanborn.
How long is Perfect Lives?
Perfect Lives has a runtime of 2 hours and 55 minutes (175 minutes total).
When was Perfect Lives released?
Perfect Lives was released on February 16, 1984 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Perfect Lives?
The main cast of Perfect Lives includes Robert Ashley, “Blue” Gene Tyranny, Jill Kroesen, David Van Tieghem.