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Blu-Ray Code - Area
free/0 - Informal term meaning "worldwide".
A/1 - United States and their dependencies, East Asia, and Southeast Asia; excludes instances that fall under Region C.
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Yuji Okumoto, Brian Imada, Laura Waterbury, Diane Franklin, Demian Slade, David Ogden Stiers, Scooter Stevens, Kim Darby, John Cusack, Dan Schneider Savage Steve Holland
Description:
After his girlfriend (Amanda Wyss) ditches him for a boorish ski jock, Lane (John Cusack) decides that suicide is the only answer. However, his increasingly inept attempts bring him only more agony and embarrassment. Filled with the wildest teen nightmares, a family you can't help but identify with and a host of wonderful comic characters, Savage Steve Holland's writing/directorial debut is a masterful look at those painfully funny teen years. (1985) Running time: 97 minutes.
"Better Off Dead" is a cult classic teen comedy film released on DVD by 20th Century Fox. The movie, directed by Savage Steve Holland, follows the quirky misadventures of Lane Meyer (played by John Cusack), a high school student dealing with heartbreak and hilarious challenges after being dumped by his girlfriend. This offbeat romantic comedy is celebrated for its unique humor, memorable characters, and inventive visual gags that have made it an enduring favorite among fans of '80s cinema.
20th Century Fox, the manufacturer behind this release, has been one of Hollywood's most influential studios since its founding in 1935. Known for producing iconic films such as "Star Wars," "Titanic," and "Avatar," the studio has consistently delivered quality entertainment across genres.
The film stars John Cusack, whose breakout roles in movies like "Say Anything..." and "High Fidelity" established him as a leading actor in both comedies and dramas. Director Savage Steve Holland became known for his distinctive comedic style through works like ?One Crazy Summer.? Supporting cast members include Curtis Armstrong ("Revenge of the Nerds"), Diane Franklin ("Bill & Ted?s Excellent Adventure"), Amanda Wyss (?A Nightmare on Elm Street?), and David Ogden Stiers (?M*A*S*H?). Their combined talents contribute to making "Better Off Dead" a standout entry in teen comedy history.
Actors:
John Cusack, David Ogden Stiers, Diane Franklin, Kim Darby, Curtis Armstrong, Amanda Wyss, Aaron Dozier, Demian Slade, Scooter Stevens, Yuji Okumoto, Vincent Schiavelli, Taylor Negron, E.G. Daily