Overview

Carmen was Alexander Payne’s first short film, made while he was studying at UCLA Film School. It is a silent comedy, derived from the opera of the same name. In the film a mentally challenged gas station attendant is put in charge of the store, which leads to love and a tragic-comic end.

Cast

Steve Freedman, Khorshield MacHalle, Joe Marinelli, Margo Newman, Buddha Jon Parker, Jeri Alyse Pittman, George Woodard

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What is "Carmen" about?

Carmen was Alexander Payne’s first short film, made while he was studying at UCLA Film School. It is a silent comedy, derived from the opera of the same name. In the film a mentally challenged gas station attendant is put in charge of the store, which leads to love and a tragic-comic end.

When was "Carmen" released?

Carmen was released in 1985.

Who stars in "Carmen"?

The cast includes Steve Freedman, Khorshield MacHalle, Joe Marinelli, Margo Newman.