Comedy · United States of America · 1988 · 29m

The Appointments of Dennis Jennings

Director

Cast

Steven Wright as Dennis Jennings Rowan Atkinson as Dr. Schooner Laurie Metcalf as Emma Carrotte as Laughing Psychiatrist Christopher Durang as Laughing Psychiatrist Martha Gehman as Lisa

Crew

Mike Armstrong — Writer Steven Wright — Writer Paula Mazur — Producer

Synopsis

Dennis Jennings is an introverted daydreamer, sleepwalking through life. He is a professional waiter and has an equally-dull girlfriend, Emma. In an attempt to release his pent-up feelings of isolation, he begins seeing a psychiatrist, only to discover that the doctor is somewhat less than interested in what he has to say. The film won an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.

Mood & Themes

Key Collaborators

Dean Parisot Director Mike Armstrong Writer Steven Wright Writer Paula Mazur Producer

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