Sadness at Leaving
Originally released in 1992. Sadness at Leaving is a feature film. directed by Chris Kraus. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Richard Hell, Rosemary Hochschild, and George Bartenieff
Synopsis
Following the erection of the Berlin wall, special agent Carl Halman is assigned by East German intelligence to move to New York where he’ll “sleep” as a writer until he is called. Using the code-name “April 23,” Carl successfully infiltrates the uptown-downtown literary world in 1950s New York. He edits a magazine, follows the Knicks, and marries Melinda, the socialite wife of best-selling jock novelist Hubert Cleaver, Ayden’s hilarious Norman Mailer pastiche. Through Carl’s eyes, we see New York City change from an outpost of Europe to the new capital of an anarchistic, post-ideological world. But then, when Carl least expects it, he’s called.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sadness at Leaving about?
Following the erection of the Berlin wall, special agent Carl Halman is assigned by East German intelligence to move to New York where he’ll “sleep” as a writer until he is called. Using the ...
Who directed Sadness at Leaving?
Sadness at Leaving was directed by Chris Kraus.
How long is Sadness at Leaving?
Sadness at Leaving has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was Sadness at Leaving released?
Sadness at Leaving was released on January 1, 1992 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sadness at Leaving?
The main cast of Sadness at Leaving includes Richard Hell, Rosemary Hochschild, George Bartenieff, Larry Gregory, Penny Arcade.