Prelude to a Kiss (1992)

User Rating:

5.4/10   

Director:

Norman René

Writers (WGA):

Craig Lucas (play)
Craig Lucas (screenplay)

Release Date:

10 July 1992 (USA)

Genre:

Comedy | Fantasy | Romance

Plot:

A couple fall in love despite the girl's pessimistic outlook. As they struggle to come to terms with their relationship...

Plot Keywords:

Love | Sex Change | Wish | Terminal Illness | Male Female Relationship

Cast

Alec Baldwin	...	Peter Hoskins
Meg Ryan	...	Rita Boyle
Kathy Bates	...	Leah Blier
Ned Beatty	...	Dr. Boyle
Patty Duke	...	Mrs. Boyle
Richard Riehle	...	Jerry Blier
Stanley Tucci	...	Taylor
Sydney Walker	...	Old Man
Rocky Carroll	...	Tom
Debra Monk	...	Aunt Dorothy
Ray Gill	...	Uncle Fred
Ward Ohrman	...	Minister
Annie Golden	...	Tin Market Musician
Frank Carillo	...	Tin Market Musician
Sally Murphy	...	Bridesmaid #1

MPAA:

Rated PG-13 for language (sex related dialogue).

Runtime:

105 min

Country:

USA

Language:

Dutch | English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Certification:

Iceland:L | Australia:PG | Germany:12 | USA:PG-13 | Singapore:PG

Filming Locations:

Chicago, Illinois, USA

Company:

Gruskoff/Levy Company

Trivia:

Two of the cast members, Alec Baldwin and Sydney Walker originated the roles onstage.

Quotes:

Rita Boyle: ...life's a busman's holiday with you!

Movie Connections:

Referenced in "Game K N B: (2007-03-03)" (2007)

Soundtrack:

A Certain Smile

I saw it again 10 years later

It was so good. I agree that this is one of Alec's best performances. The fact the he grabbed down and kissed that old man is testimony to his acting ability. This is a movie about an old man and Meg Ryan, who kiss, then exchange souls. There is an element of comedy in this as well as wonder and mystery and a tad of suspense. I usually can't stand Meg "smiles" Ryan, but she is tolorable in THIS movie only. The highlight of this movie is certainly Alec Baldwin, who ALWAYS delivers the goods!!