Cast
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Janet Leigh
as Millie Gorman
Lee Meriwether
as Vanessa Wagner
Loretta Swit
as Sandy McLaren
Robert Vaughn
as Michael Jacoby
Peter Bonerz
as Andrew McLaren
Robin Mattson
as Pamela Gorman
Walter Brooke
as Dr. Samuel Shaw
McKee Anderson
as Annie
Elizabeth Robinson
as Paula Johnson
Chris Lemmon
as Jonathan Shelton
Shelley Smith
as Nola McGuire
Michael Hughes
as Dr. Richards
Andrew Duncan
as Bud Stone
Ken Medlock
as Ken - Coach
Christopher Ciampa
as Chris McLaren
Crew
Director
- Joanna Lee
Writer
- Charles Dennis
- Leah Appet
Producer
- Jerry Adler
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Mirror, Mirror examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Joanna Lee brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1979, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Mirror, Mirror took approximately 31 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 97 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 126 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 76 unique compositions.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 4 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1979, when this film was released:
- The Watergate scandal changed public perception of political institutions.
- Disco music dominated popular culture.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: October 10, 1979
- Runtime: 1h 37m