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Carmen (1985)

Movie ★ 5.3 18 min

Comedy Drama Romance

Carmen was Alexander Payne’s first short film, made while he was studying at UCLA Film School. It is a silent comedy, derived from the opera of the same name. In the film a mentally challenged gas station attendant is put in charge of the store, which leads to love and a tragic-comic end.

Alexander Payne Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 1, 1985
Runtime
18 min
IMDb
tt0872315
Language

Cast

Steve Freedman Terry Khorshield MacHalle Carmen Joe Marinelli Joe Marinelli Joey Margo Newman Woman in Car Buddha Jon Parker Mother Jeri Alyse Pittman Sister George Woodard Boss

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Frequently asked questions

What is Carmen about?
Carmen was Alexander Payne’s first short film, made while he was studying at UCLA Film School. It is a silent comedy, derived from the opera of the same name. In the film a mentally challenged gas station attendant is put in charge of the store, which leads to love and a tragic-comic end.
Who directed Carmen?
Carmen was directed by Alexander Payne.
Who stars in Carmen?
Carmen stars Steve Freedman, Khorshield MacHalle, Joe Marinelli, Margo Newman.
When was Carmen released?
Carmen is a 1985 comedy, drama, romance film.
Where can I watch Carmen?
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