Smithereens 1982
“She was a legend in her own mind.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 94 minutes
- Director
- Susan Seidelman
- Network
- Domestic Productions
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV
What is Smithereens?
Smithereens is a 1982 film categorized under the genres of drama, music, and romance. The production, which has a runtime of one hour and thirty-four minutes, received a rating of R and was released in the United States on November 9, 1982.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1982
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 94 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 9, 1982
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Domestic Productions
- Genres
- Drama, Music, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 from 52 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~94 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Domestic Productions
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Overview
Smithereens is a 1982 film categorized under the genres of drama, music, and romance. The production, which has a runtime of one hour and thirty-four minutes, received a rating of R and was released in the United States on November 9, 1982. The narrative follows a narcissistic runaway who engages in a series of parasitic relationships with various individuals within the waning punk scene of New York. The film is distinct from the American rock band of the same name, which formed in 1980 in Carteret, New Jersey. That musical group consists of members Pat DiNizio, Jim Babjak, Mike Mesaros, and Dennis Diken. While the band shares the title of the film, they are separate entities. The movie is marketed with the tagline that the protagonist was a legend in her own mind. This archivist entry focuses strictly on the provided documentation regarding the motion picture release and the unrelated musical ensemble.
Should you watch it?
“A narcissistic runaway pursues fame within New York's waning punk scene through parasitic relationships.”
- Directed by Susan Seidelman
- Stars Susan Berman, Brad Rijn, and Richard Hell
- Explores New York's waning punk subculture
- The main character engages in parasitic relationships
Watch it if you are interested in a drama film depicting New York's waning punk scene in 1982.
The film is a drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes, suitable for audiences interested in the 1982 American punk subculture.
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Where can I stream Smithereens (1982)?
Streaming availability can be checked through platforms like The Movie Database and Plex.
Is Smithereens worth watching?
It is a 1982 drama directed by Susan Seidelman that explores New York's waning punk subculture.
What is the runtime of Smithereens?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 34 minutes.
Who stars in Smithereens?
The film stars Susan Berman, Brad Rijn, and Richard Hell.
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