Stranger than Paradise

"A new American film"

Oct 4 1984 R 1h 29m
Comedy, Drama

A Hungarian immigrant, his friend, and his cousin go on an unpredictable adventure across America.

Plot

A self-styled New York hipster is paid a surprise visit by his younger cousin from Budapest. From initial hostility and indifference a small degree of affection grows between the two. Along with a friend, they eventually end up visiting their aunt in the wastelands of Cleveland and then proceed to Florida where they lose all their money gambling before unwittingly gaining a fortune.

Written by

Jim Jarmusch, John Lurie

Directed by

Jim Jarmusch

Production Countries

United States of America, Germany

Production Companies

Cinesthesia Productions

Languages

Magyar, English

Awards

8 wins & 2 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
41,820
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
86
Popularity
NA