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Prelude to a Kiss (1992) -- A young couple's wedding is disrupted when a mysterious visitor, an elderly man, appears after the ceremony and asks to kiss the bride.

Overview

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Director:
Norman René
Writers (WGA):
Craig Lucas (play)
Craig Lucas (screenplay)
Contact:
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Release Date:
10 July 1992 (USA) more
Genre:
Comedy | Fantasy | Romance more
Plot:
A couple fall in love despite the girl's pessimistic outlook. As they struggle to come to terms with their relationship... more | add synopsis
User Comments:
A Surprise Find! more

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

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
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Additional Details

MPAA:
Rated PG-13 for language (sex related dialogue).
Runtime:
105 min
Country:
USA
Language:
Dutch | English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Dolby
Filming Locations:
Chicago, Illinois, USA more

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Trivia:
The original stage production, a 1990 Tony Award nominee for Best Play by Craig Lucas, opened at the Helen Hayes Theatre on May 1, 1990 and played 440 performances before closing on May 19, 1991. more
Quotes:
Peter Hoskins: What goes into one, Rita? A Long Island Iced Tea?
Rita Boyle: I'm sorry darling, I've forgotten.
Peter Hoskins: What, do you have it all written down behind the bar or something?
Rita Boyle: I'm on vacation.
Peter Hoskins: So you can't remember a drink recipe for something that I would like to order?
Rita Boyle: Peter, you're doing it again. You take a perfect situation and you pee all over it.
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Movie Connections:
Referenced in "Grosse Pointe: Prelude to a Kiss (#1.3)" (2000) more
Soundtrack:
Sweet Jane more

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4 out of 6 people found the following comment useful:-
A Surprise Find!, 10 December 1998
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Author: Pam Giacomini (psgiac@aol.com) from Savannah, Georgia

I actually got this movie in the theatre years ago. I have since picked up a copy of the video for my own collection. It is surprisingly engaging. I also think it is the best performance Alec Baldwin has ever given. You will care about these characters, and care about their happiness.

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