Marvin’s Room (1996) - film review
Jerry Zaks
Drama

Summary
Marvin’s Room is an American film first released in 1996,
directed by Jerry Zaks.
The film stars Meryl Streep, Leonardo DiCaprio, Diane Keaton, Robert De Niro and Hume Cronyn.
Our overall rating for this film is: good.
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Credits
- Director: Jerry Zaks
- Script: Scott McPherson
- Photo: Piotr Sobocinski
- Music: Rachel Portman
- Cast: Meryl Streep (Lee), Leonardo DiCaprio (Hank), Diane Keaton (Bessie), Robert De Niro (Dr. Wally), Hume Cronyn (Marvin), Gwen Verdon (Ruth), Hal Scardino (Charlie), Dan Hedaya (Bob), Margo Martindale (Dr. Charlotte), Cynthia Nixon (Retirement Home Director), Kelly Ripa (Coral), John Callahan (Lance), Olga Merediz (Beauty Shop Lady), Joe Lisi (Bruno), Steve DuMouchel (Gas Station Guy), Bitty Schram (Janine), Lizbeth MacKay (Novice), Helen Stenborg (Nun on Phone), Sally Parrish (Nun #3), Phillip V. Caruso (Disney Park Guest in Bessie Scene), Victor Garber, Andrea Leigh (Patricia), L.A. Rothman (Disney Patron)
- Country: USA
- Language: English
- Runtime: 98 min
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