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Illusions

Illusions

A woman in a Hollywood dubbing studio struggles with race and preconceptions. The short film depicts the life of an African American woman passing as a white woman working in the film industry during the 1940s. It calls attention to the lack of African Americans in the film industry during that era.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Illusions
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1982-08-30
  • Runtime: 34 minutes
  • Rating: 5.5/10 (12 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies:
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6339
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Lonette McKee

Lonette McKee

as Mignon Dupree

Rosanne Katon

Rosanne Katon

as Esther Jeter

Ned Bellamy

Ned Bellamy

as Lieutenant Bedford

Jack Rader

Jack Rader

as C.J. Forrester

Lisa Henke

Lisa Henke

as Telephone Operator

Rita Crafts

Rita Crafts

as Louise

Sandy Brooke

Sandy Brooke

as Blonde Bombshell

Johnny Crear

Johnny Crear

as Leo Gaines

Gallery

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External Links

Keywords

woman directorwomen in filmfilm industrypassing for whiteafrican american woman

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Illusions?

Illusions is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1982-08-30.

Who are the main actors in Illusions?

The main cast includes Lonette McKee, Rosanne Katon, Ned Bellamy, Jack Rader, Lisa Henke, .

Where can I watch Illusions online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Illusions is available.

Is Illusions based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Illusions?

Illusions has an IMDb rating of 5.5/10 based on 12 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Illusions?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Illusions?

The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Illusions filmed?

Illusions was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Illusions?

The total runtime of Illusions is 34 minutes.

Is Illusions suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Illusions?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Illusions.

Does Illusions have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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