Permanent Vacation (1981) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Permanent Vacation (1981) — In downtown Manhattan, twentysomething Allie, whose father is not around and whose mother… Streaming on HBO M...
Permanent Vacation (1981) Storyline
In downtown Manhattan, twentysomething Allie, whose father is not around and whose mother is institutionalized, is a big Charlie Parker fan. He almost subconsciously searches for meaning in his life and meets some idiosyncratic characters along the way.
Full Cast & Crew
- Chris Parker as Allie
- Leila Gastil as Leila
- John Lurie as Sax Player
- Richard Boes as War Vet
- Sara Driver as Nurse
- Charlie Spademan as Patient
- Jane Fire as Nurse
- Ruth Bolton as Mother
- Evelyn Smith as Patient
- Maria Duval as Latin Girl
- Lisa Rosen as Popcorn Girl
- Frankie Faison as Man in Lobby
- Suzanne Fletcher as Girl in Car
- Felice Rosser as Woman by Mailbox
- Eric Mitchell as Car Fence
Why Watch Permanent Vacation?
The Vibe: Permanent Vacation is a emotionally complex and thought-provoking drama movie from 1981. Directed by Jim Jarmusch, and starring Chris Parker, Leila Gastil, John Lurie In downtown Manhattan, twentysomething Allie, whose father is not around and whose mother is institutionalized, is a big Charlie Parker fan.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.9/10, Permanent Vacation retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 15m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for viewers who appreciate deep character studies and powerful performances. If you enjoy movies, Permanent Vacation deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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