Copacabana (1985)
Copacabana is a 1985 comedy movie directed by Waris Hussein, with a running time of 1h 35m. It stars Barry Manilow, Annette O'Toole and Estelle Getty.
In 1948, aspiring songwriter Tony works as a bar pianist; he meets aspiring star Lola, and is immediately smitten. At Manhattan's Copacabana lounge, they both start finding fame. However, fate steps in and she is swept to Havana to work in a splashy nightclub act where she is convinced she will find her stardom. Instead, she finds Rico, a suave gangster and the club owner.
Quick answers
What is Copacabana about?
In 1948, aspiring songwriter Tony works as a bar pianist; he meets aspiring star Lola, and is immediately smitten. At Manhattan's Copacabana lounge, they both start finding fame. However, fate steps in and she is swept to Havana to work in a splashy nightclub act where she is convinced she will find her stardom. Instead, she finds Rico, a suave gangster and the club owner.
When was Copacabana released?
Copacabana was released on 3 December 1985.
How long is Copacabana?
Copacabana runs 1h 35m.
Who made Copacabana?
Copacabana was directed by Waris Hussein.
Cast
- Barry Manilow as Tony Starr
- Annette O'Toole as Lola Lamar
- Estelle Getty as Bella Stern
- James T. Callahan as Dennis Reilly
- Andra Akers as Pamela Devereaux
- Silvana Gallardo as Conchita Rivera
- Joseph Bologna as Rico Castelli
- Ernie Sabella as Sam Gropper
- Cliff Osmond as Angelo
- Dwier Brown as Bibi Sutton
- Stanley Brock as 2nd Publisher
- Clarence Felder as Nick Panotis