---
title: "Hot Dogs for Gauguin"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/hot-dogs-for-gauguin-1972"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 200202
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Hot Dogs for Gauguin (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/hot-dogs-for-gauguin-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Hot Dogs for Gauguin is a 1972 short student film written and directed by Martin Brest while he was an undergraduate at New York University. The story follows a down-on-his-luck photographer seeking fame through visual magic by plotting to blow up the Statue of Liberty to record the moment of its destruction.

The production is notable for featuring then unknown Danny DeVito and marking the acting debut of Rhea Perlman. Categorized as a comedy and crime short, the film has a total runtime of 22 minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A struggling photographer plots to destroy the Statue of Liberty to capture its destruction on film."

### Why Watch
- Features the acting debut of Rhea Perlman
- Includes an early performance by Danny DeVito
- Written and directed by Martin Brest

### Caveats & Content Note
- The film has a runtime of only 22 minutes
- Tone & Suitability: This 22-minute comedy and crime short film follows a photographer's intricate plot.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #comedy, #crime, #student-film, #short-film, #new-york-university

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: How long is the film?
The film is a short with a runtime of 22 minutes.

### Q: Who directed Hot Dogs for Gauguin?
The film was written and directed by Martin Brest.

### Q: Does it feature any famous actors?
The film features Danny DeVito and Rhea Perlman in her acting debut.

### Q: What is the genre of the movie?
The movie is categorized as a comedy and crime film.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Hot Dogs for Gauguin — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/200202)
- [Hot Dogs for Gauguin (Short 1972) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0203573/fullcredits/)
- [Hot Dogs for Gauguin - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Dogs_for_Gauguin)
- [Hot Dogs for Gauguin (1972) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/200202-hotdogs-for-gauguin)
- [Rhea Perlman](https://www.wikiwand.com/)
- [Hot Dogs for Gauguin (1972) - Full Cast and Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/hot-dogs-for-gauguin/hdYqeg3fLAYkAiZAe78kE6/credits/)

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