---
title: "Love & Money"
year: 1981
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/love-money-1981"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 66183
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 5.1
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "R"
---

# Love & Money (1981) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/love-money-1981

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Love & Money is a film first released in 1981. Catalogued under Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Lorimar Productions, CiP - Europäische Treuhand. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A bored planner's South American venture spirals into political chaos and forbidden romance."

### Why Watch
- Intriguing mix of political intrigue and romance
- Exotic South American setting adds atmosphere
- Explores personal discontent and moral choices

### Caveats & Content Note
- Potentially bleak portrayal of upheaval may feel heavy
- Romantic subplot may feel melodramatic
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains adult romantic themes and depictions of political unrest, suited for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: political, romantic, dramatic, tension

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: James Toback
- **Networks / Studios**: Lorimar Productions, CiP - Europäische Treuhand

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Ray Sharkey** as *Byron Levin*
- **Ornella Muti** as *Catherine Stockheinz*
- **Klaus Kinski** as *Frederic Stockheinz*
- **Armand Assante** as *Lorenzo Prado*
- **King Vidor** as *Walter Klein*
- **Susan Heldfond** as *Vicky*
- **William Prince** as *Paultz*
- **Tony Sirico** as *Raoul (as Anthony Sirico)*
- **Jacqueline Brookes** as *Mrs. Paultz*
- **Daniel Faraldo** as *Hector*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the main character's profession?
He works as an investment planner.

### Q: Where is the story set?
The narrative takes place in South America during intense political upheaval.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as drama and romance.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in 1981, with a US release on February 12, 1982.

### Q: What central conflict drives the plot?
The protagonist becomes entangled with dictators, revolutionaries, and an affair with his employer's wife.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Love & Money — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/66183)

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