Understanding Bliss (1990)
Elizabeth Sutton, a lecturer from Toronto and Peter Breen, a professor of cultural studies from St. John's, Newfoundland, come together in his town for a secret liaison. All is bliss. But within twenty-four hours, the affair has collapsed. A clash of languages, cultures, and values force them to come to terms with each other's sense of morality.
Director: William D. MacGillivray
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: September 30, 1990
Cast
- Catherine Grant - Elizabeth Sutton
- Bryan Hennessey - Peter Breen/Uncle Henny Penny
- Rosemary House - May Breen
- William MacGillivray Sr. - Peter's Father
- Rick Mercer - Richard (Turkish Knight)
- Paddy Barry - Paddy (Beelzebub)
- Lisa Porter - Lisa (Ball)
- Andrew Younghusband - Andrew (Father Christmas)
- Ashley Billard - Ashley (Doctor)
- Elizabeth Pickard - Liz (Slasher)
Screenplay
Production: Picture Plant
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Understanding Bliss about?
- Elizabeth Sutton, a lecturer from Toronto and Peter Breen, a professor of cultural studies from St. John's, Newfoundland, come together in his town for a secret liaison. All is bliss. But within twenty-four hours, the affair has collapsed. A clash of languages, cultures, and values force them to come to terms with each other's sense of morality.
- Who directed Understanding Bliss?
- Understanding Bliss was directed by William D. MacGillivray.
- Who stars in Understanding Bliss?
- Understanding Bliss stars Catherine Grant, Bryan Hennessey, Rosemary House, William MacGillivray Sr., Rick Mercer, Paddy Barry.
- How long is Understanding Bliss?
- Understanding Bliss has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is Understanding Bliss?
- Understanding Bliss is a Drama film.