Something Short of Paradise

Something Short of Paradise

★ 3.8IMDb Score
Released:1979-09-14
Duration:87 min
Director:David Helpern
Actors:Susan Sarandon, David Steinberg, Jean-Pierre Aumont, Marilyn Sokol, Joe Grifasi
Production:American International Pictures

Overview:

A young couple in New York are having problems with their relationship.

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