Dying Young

Name: Dying Young
Director: Joel Schumacher
Genre: Drama, Romance
Released: 1991-01-01
Duration: 111 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Julia Roberts, Campbell Scott, Vincent D'Onofrio, Colleen Dewhurst, David Selby

1991Dir. Joel Schumacher1h 51m

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Runtime1h 51m

Released1991

Budget$18M

Box office$82.3M

DirectorJoel Schumacher

About This Movie

Dying Young is a real mix of heavy emotions and romance, directed by Joel Schumacher. The film's atmosphere is thick with tension, as it dives into love amidst illness. Julia Roberts and Campbell Scott have this palpable chemistry that feels genuine, even when the script nudges into melodrama. The pacing is slow, but it allows you to really soak in their relationship - which feels all the more poignant since they both know it’s temporary. The cinematography, with its soft lighting and intimate shots, adds a layer of tenderness. Not many films handle the balance of life and death like this one does, making it a noteworthy watch for collectors interested in nuanced storytelling about love's fragility.

Released on VHS and LaserDisc in 1991.DVD edition includes minimal extras, mostly trailers.Shot on location in California, captures natural landscapes.