Directed by: Joyce Chopra
Starring: Treat Williams, Laura Dern, Mary Kay Place, Levon Helm, Elizabeth Berridge, Sarah Inglis, Margaret Welsh, William Ragsdale
Contributors: Martin Rosen, Tom Cole, Russ Kunkel, George Massenburg, Bill Payne, James Glennon
Based on Joyce Carol Oates’ short story Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?, Smooth Talk is a gripping coming-of-age drama starring Laura Dern in a breakthrough performance. The film follows 15-year-old Connie Wyatt (Dern), a restless teenager spending her summer aimlessly flirting and shopping while struggling with family tensions at home. Her carefree world is upended when she attracts the attention of the enigmatic and unsettling Arnold Friend (Treat Williams), a man who seems to know everything about her. As Arnold’s interest turns menacing, Connie is forced to navigate a chilling confrontation that threatens her innocence and safety. This Criterion Collection edition presents the film in a stunning restoration, capturing the tension and psychological depth of this haunting drama.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Director | Joyce Chopra |
| Starring | Treat Williams, Laura Dern, Mary Kay Place, Levon Helm, Elizabeth Berridge, Sarah Inglis, Margaret Welsh, William Ragsdale |
| Contributors | Martin Rosen, Tom Cole, Russ Kunkel, George Massenburg, Bill Payne, James Glennon |
| Format | Blu-ray / Restored |
| Studio | Criterion Collection |
| Catalogue No | CC3226BDUK |
| Barcode | 5050629698633 |
| Main Language | English |
| Region | B |
| Release Date | 26 Jun 2023 |
| Originally Issued | 1985 |
| No of Discs | 1 |
| Weight | 100g |
| Dimensions | 136 x 17 x 175 mm |
| Genre | Drama |
| BBFC Certification | (15) Suitable for 15 years and over |
| Rental/Retail | Retail not for Rental |
| Run Time | 91 minutes |
| Sound | Mono |
| Special Features | Interactive Menus, Bonus Footage, Trailers, Interviews with Joyce Chopra and David Wasco |