The Appointments of Dennis Jennings (1988)

09/07/1988 (US) • Comedy • 29m

Overview

Dennis Jennings is an introverted daydreamer, sleepwalking through life. He is a professional waiter and has an equally-dull girlfriend, Emma. In an attempt to release his pent-up feelings of isolation, he begins seeing a psychiatrist, only to discover that the doctor is somewhat less than interested in what he has to say. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

The Appointments of Dennis Jennings (1988)

09/07/1988 (US) • 29m

Comedy

Overview

Dennis Jennings is an introverted daydreamer, sleepwalking through life. He is a professional waiter and has an equally-dull girlfriend, Emma. In an attempt to release his pent-up feelings of isolation, he begins seeing a psychiatrist, only to discover that the doctor is somewhat less than interested in what he has to say. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

Top Billed Cast

Dennis Jennings

Dr. Schooner

Emma

Laughing Psychiatrist

Christopher Durang

Laughing Psychiatrist

Lisa

Bartender

Laughing Psychiatrist

Newscaster

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

new york city

girlfriend

psychiatrist

waiter

short film

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