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Pennies from Heaven (1981)

"There's a world on both sides of the rainbow where songs come true and every time it rains, it rains Pennies from Heaven."

6.019811h 48mEN
DramaMusicRomance

Directed by Herbert Ross

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 48m

Language

EN

Release

December 11, 1981

Director

Herbert Ross

Official Trailer

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Overview

During the Great Depression, a sheet music salesman seeks to escape his dreary life through popular music and a love affair with an innocent schoolteacher.

Cast

Steve Martin

Steve Martin

Arthur

Bernadette Peters

Bernadette Peters

Eileen

Jessica Harper

Jessica Harper

Joan

Vernel Bagneris

Vernel Bagneris

The Accordion Man

John McMartin

John McMartin

Mr. Warner

John Karlen

John Karlen

The Detective

Jay Garner

Jay Garner

The Banker

Robert Fitch

Robert Fitch

Al

Tommy Rall

Tommy Rall

Ed

Eliska Krupka

Eliska Krupka

The Blind Girl

Christopher Walken

Christopher Walken

Tom

Francis X. McCarthy

Francis X. McCarthy

The Bartender

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Pennies from Heaven (1981), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

During the Great Depression, a sheet music salesman seeks to escape his dreary life through popular music and a love affair with an innocent schoolteacher.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Pennies from Heaven. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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