Paul's Case(1980)
Synopsis
Captures the essence of Willa Cather's haunting story of Pittsburgh circa 1900. Lost in a world of fantasy, young working-class Paul dreams of escaping his dreary existence in turn-of-the-century Pittsburgh. As fate would have it Paul gets his chance by stealing some money and subsequently running off to glamorous New York City.
Directed by Lamont Johnson
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Eric Roberts
Paul
Leta Bonynge
Harpist in Lobby
Lindsay Crouse
First Actress
Robert Dryden
Theater Manager
Michael Higgins
Paul's Father
Fred Ivory
School Principal
Justine Johnston
Madame Heinzel
Bruce Jordan
Teacher
Gus Kaikkonen
Charley Edwards
Kaiulani Lee
Third Actress
Tom Stewart
Yale Man
Michael Wager
Marilyn Abrams
Jack Allen
Bellhop
Brooks Baldwin
Mary Catalfimo
Sam's Wife
John Derby
Andrew Ethier
Boy #1
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When did Paul's Case come out?+
Paul's Case was released in 1980.
How long is Paul's Case?+
Paul's Case runs for 55 minutes.
Who directed Paul's Case?+
Paul's Case was directed by Lamont Johnson.
Who stars in Paul's Case?+
Paul's Case stars Eric Roberts, Leta Bonynge, Lindsay Crouse, Robert Dryden and Michael Higgins.
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