Taking Off (1971)

Name: Taking Off
Director: Miloš Forman
Genre: Music, Comedy, Drama
Released: 1971-03-28
Duration: 1 h 33 min
Cast: Lynn Carlin, Buck Henry, Georgia Engel, Tony Harvey

Music Comedy Drama

Director: Miloš Forman

Cast: Lynn Carlin, Buck Henry, Georgia Engel, Tony Harvey

Runtime93 min

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Unable to deal with her parents, Jeannie Tyne runs away from home. Larry and Lynn Tyne search for her, and in the process meet other people whose children ran away. With their children gone, the parents are now free to rediscover/enjoy life.

Critical Reception & Ratings

Taking Off (1971) is considered one of Miloš Forman's most acclaimed films, with critics praising its quirky, observational style and insightful exploration of the generational divide. While it did not receive major awards recognition, the film has developed a cult following over the years and currently holds a respectable 7.1/10 rating on IMDb, indicating positive audience reception.

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Taking Off is a 1971 American comedy film directed by Miloš Forman. It tells of an average couple in New York City, who, when their teenage daughter runs away from home, connect with other parents of vanished children and learn something of youth culture.