The Competition
"If you're really in love... nothing's going to stand in your way"
Originally released in 1980. The Competition is a drama/romance film. directed by Joel Oliansky. With a runtime of 2h 3m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Richard Dreyfuss, Amy Irving, and Lee Remick
Synopsis
The movie centers on a piano competition whose winner is assured of success. It is Paul's last chance to compete, but newcomer Heidi may be a better pianist. Can romance be far away? Will she take a dive despite the pressure to win from her teacher, Greta, or will she condemn Paul to obscurity?
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 3, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
2h 3m
123 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (20 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Richard Dreyfuss
as Paul Dietrich
Amy Irving
as Heidi Joan Schoonover
Lee Remick
as Greta Vandemann
Sam Wanamaker
as Andrew Erskine
Joseph Cali
as Jerry DiSalvo
Ty Henderson
as Michael Humphries
Vicki Kriegler
as Tatjana Baronova
Bea Silvern
as Madame Gorshev
Philip Sterling
as Mr. Dietrich
Gloria Stroock
as Mrs. Dietrich
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rastar Productions
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Competition about?
The movie centers on a piano competition whose winner is assured of success. It is Paul's last chance to compete, but newcomer Heidi may be a better pianist. Can romance be far away? Will she take ...
Who directed The Competition?
The Competition was directed by Joel Oliansky.
How long is The Competition?
The Competition has a runtime of 2 hours and 3 minutes (123 minutes total).
When was The Competition released?
The Competition was released on December 3, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Competition?
The main cast of The Competition includes Richard Dreyfuss, Amy Irving, Lee Remick, Sam Wanamaker, Joseph Cali.