Movie

Understanding Bliss

★ 8.0(1)19901h 20m

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Good to know

Director: William D. MacGillivray
Release date: 1990-09-30
Runtime: 1h 20m
Language: English
Status: Released
Studio: Picture Plant

About Understanding Bliss

Understanding Bliss is a 1990 movie in the Drama genre, directed by William D. MacGillivray, starring Catherine Grant, Bryan Hennessey and Rosemary House. It has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Understanding Bliss in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Elizabeth Sutton, a lecturer from Toronto and Peter Breen, a professor of cultural studies from St. John's, Newfoundland, come together in his town for a secret liaison. All is bliss. But within twenty-four hours, the affair has collapsed. A clash of languages, cultures, and values force them to come to terms with each other's sense of morality.

Cast

Catherine Grant

Elizabeth Sutton

Bryan Hennessey

Peter Breen/Uncle Henny Penny

Rosemary House

May Breen

William MacGillivray Sr.

Peter's Father

Rick Mercer

Richard (Turkish Knight)

Paddy Barry

Paddy (Beelzebub)

Lisa Porter

Lisa (Ball)

Andrew Younghusband

Andrew (Father Christmas)

Ashley Billard

Ashley (Doctor)

Elizabeth Pickard

Liz (Slasher)

Ollie Little

Hotel Housekeeper

Sammy Hall

Boy in Photographs

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Understanding Bliss in Mexico?+

Understanding Bliss is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Understanding Bliss on Netflix?+

Understanding Bliss is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Understanding Bliss?+

Understanding Bliss has a runtime of 1 hour 20 minutes (80 minutes).

Who stars in Understanding Bliss?+

Understanding Bliss stars Catherine Grant, Bryan Hennessey, Rosemary House, William MacGillivray Sr. and Rick Mercer.

When did Understanding Bliss come out?+

Understanding Bliss is a 1990 movie directed by William D. MacGillivray.

What genre is Understanding Bliss?+

Understanding Bliss is Drama film.

Who directed Understanding Bliss?+

Understanding Bliss was directed by William D. MacGillivray.