Opening Night

Actress Myrtle Gordon is a functioning alcoholic who is a few days from the opening night of her latest play, concerning a woman distraught about aging. One night a car kills one of Myrtle's fans who is chasing her limousine in an attempt to get the star's attention. Myrtle internalizes the accident and goes on a spiritual quest, but fails to finds the answers she is after. As opening night inches closer and closer, fragile Myrtle must find a way to make the show go on.

Tagline

“The Show Must Go On…”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama

Director

John Cassavetes

Original Language

EN

What is Opening Night about?

Actress Myrtle Gordon is a functioning alcoholic who is a few days from the opening night of her latest play, concerning a woman distraught about aging. One night a car kills one of Myrtle's fans who is chasing her limousine in an attempt to get the star's attention. Myrtle internalizes the accident and goes on a spiritual quest, but fails to finds the answers she is after. As opening night inches closer and closer, fragile Myrtle must find a way to make the show go on.

Who directed Opening Night?

Opening Night was directed by John Cassavetes.

When was Opening Night released?

Opening Night was released on December 22, 1977.

How long is Opening Night?

Opening Night has a runtime of 2h 24m.

Where can I track Opening Night?

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