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Desperate Characters

Desperate Characters

Sophie and Otto Bentwood are a middle-aged, middle class, childless Brooklyn Heights couple trapped in a loveless marriage. He is an attorney, she a translator of books. Their existence is affected not only by their disintegrating relationship but by the threats of urban crime and vandalism that surround them everywhere they turn, leaving them feeling paranoid, scared, and desperately helpless.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Desperate Characters
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1971-09-22
  • Runtime: 97 minutes
  • Rating: 5.3/10 (6 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: T.D.J. Productions Inc., ITC Entertainment
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.1613
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Shirley MacLaine

Shirley MacLaine

as Sophie Bentwood

Kenneth Mars

Kenneth Mars

as Otto Bentwood

Sada Thompson

Sada Thompson

as Claire

Jack Somack

Jack Somack

as Leon

Gerald S. O'Loughlin

Gerald S. O'Loughlin

as Charlie

Chris Gampel

Chris Gampel

as Mike Holstein

Mary Alan Hokanson

Mary Alan Hokanson

as Flo Holstein

Robert Bauer

Robert Bauer

as Young Man

Carol Kane

Carol Kane

as Young Girl

Michael Higgins

Michael Higgins

as Francis Early

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Keywords

depressionnew york cityhusband wife relationshipbased on novel or bookmidlife crisisdespairboredomparanoiafrigidityvandalismchildlessnessmiddle classloveless marriageanxiety

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Desperate Characters?

Desperate Characters is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1971-09-22.

Who are the main actors in Desperate Characters?

The main cast includes Shirley MacLaine, Kenneth Mars, Sada Thompson, Jack Somack, Gerald S. O'Loughlin, .

Where can I watch Desperate Characters online?

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

Is Desperate Characters based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of Desperate Characters?

Desperate Characters has an IMDb rating of 5.3/10 based on 6 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Desperate Characters?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for Desperate Characters?

The soundtrack was composed by T.D.J. Productions Inc., ITC Entertainment. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Desperate Characters filmed?

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

How long is Desperate Characters?

The total runtime of Desperate Characters is 97 minutes.

Is Desperate Characters suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to Desperate Characters?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Desperate Characters.

Does Desperate Characters have a post-credit scene?

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