Leon's Case(1982)
Leon's Case Synopsis
It is the story of a pacifist of the 60s, who, after living as a deserter for twelve years, decides to hand himself over to the authorities and face a legitimate political trial. Surprisingly, he discovers that no one cares who he is and what he has done. Emerging from his dirty basement, Leon realizes that the FBI has stopped looking for him and that President Carter has granted an amnesty. The old companions have become employees, their only "commitment" is now the family. The students of the universities refuse any political appeal. During an incredible party, given in his honor, Leon accuses his old friends of having stopped worrying, they tell him that life is much more complex than they believed in their youth. Having cut his hair, Leon also looks for a job. What he will be able to find, however, is the surprise of the last lines of the film.
Leon's Case (1982) is a comedy and drama film directed by Dan Attias, released on January 1, 1982 with a runtime of 25m. It stars John Diehl, Patricia Gaul, Christopher Allport and Drew Barrymore.
- Director:
- Dan Attias
- Writers:
- Raymond Hartung
- Producers:
- Dan Attias
- Cinematographer:
- Jamie Anderson
- Composer:
- Donald Peake
- Production:
- UCLA School of Film and Television, Temple Hill Productions, Inc., Independent Cinema Artists & Producers (ICAP) (Distributor)
- Status:
- Released
Leon's Case Cast & Crew
Main cast
John Diehl
as Leon Bernstein
Patricia Gaul
as Karen
Christopher Allport
as Keith
Drew Barrymore
as Jenny
- Steve Stuart
Steve Stuart
as Copy Store Attendant
Stephen Keep Mills
as Rydell
Henry G. Sanders
as Policeman
- Laura Owens
Laura Owens
as Receptionist
- Leslie Linn
Leslie Linn
as TV Anchorperson
- Larry Feder
Larry Feder
as Jogger
- Larry Kenswil
Larry Kenswil
as Man on Bus
Key crew
Directed by Dan Attias, written by Raymond Hartung, produced by Dan Attias.
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Leon's Case – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Leon's Case?
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The main cast of Leon's Case (1982) includes John Diehl, Patricia Gaul, Christopher Allport, Drew Barrymore and Steve Stuart. The film was directed by Dan Attias. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Leon's Case released?
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Leon's Case was released on January 1, 1982 and runs for 25m.