Lightning Over Water
Originally released in 1980. Lightning Over Water is a documentary film. directed by Wim Wenders.
Starring Wim Wenders, Nicholas Ray, and Susan Ray
Synopsis
Director 'Nicholas Ray' is eager to complete a final film before his imminent death from cancer. Wim Wenders is working on his own film Hammett (1983) in Hollywood, but flies to New York to help Ray realize his final wish. Ray's original intent is to make a fiction film about a dying painter who sails to China to find a cure for his disease. He and Wenders discuss this idea, but it is obviously unrealistic given Ray's state of health.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1980
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 31m
91 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (30 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Basis-Film-Verleih GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lightning Over Water about?
Director 'Nicholas Ray' is eager to complete a final film before his imminent death from cancer. Wim Wenders is working on his own film Hammett (1983) in Hollywood, but flies to New York to help Ra...
Who directed Lightning Over Water?
Lightning Over Water was directed by Wim Wenders.
How long is Lightning Over Water?
Lightning Over Water has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).
When was Lightning Over Water released?
Lightning Over Water was released on October 1, 1980 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Lightning Over Water?
The main cast of Lightning Over Water includes Wim Wenders, Nicholas Ray, Susan Ray, Tom Farrell, Ronee Blakley.