Cast
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Rue McClanahan
as Lilah Page
Kim Delaney
as Evan
Deidre Hall
as Nell
Stepfanie Kramer
as Jess
Susan Ruttan
as Courtney
Charles Frank
as Marc Lockridge
Michael T. Weiss
as Joe Blake
Audra Lindley
as Rebecca
Stan Ivar
as James
William Bogert
as Dr. Oscar Reback
Roy Summersett
as Jonathan
Gwen Van Dam
as Margaret
Crew
Director
- Larry Elikann
Writer
- Lindsay Harrison
Producer
- Karen Moore
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Take My Daughters, Please 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 Larry Elikann 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 1988, 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 Take My Daughters, Please took approximately 5 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 100 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 138 minutes long.
- The musical score contains over 69 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 372 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
Historical Context
- In 1988, when this film was released:
- The Cold War was entering its final phase.
- MTV launched, changing how music was marketed and consumed.
- Independent cinema was growing in influence, challenging the dominance of major studios.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: November 21, 1988
- Runtime: 1h 40m