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The Way It Is (1986)

Movie ★ 8.0 80 min

Comedy

A group of actors in the East Village of New York City have been rehearsing for a play when the lead actress in the play turns up dead.

Eric Mitchell Writer Eric Mitchell Director

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Quick facts

Released
April 4, 1986
Runtime
80 min
IMDb
tt0088382
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Cast

Steve Buscemi Steve Buscemi Willy / Raphael Vincent Gallo Vincent Gallo Victor / Heurtebise Mark Boone Junior Mark Boone Junior Hank / Azrael Kai Eric Marc / Orphee Boris Major Eurydices Jessica Stutchbury Vera / The Grim Reaper Rockets Redglare Rockets Redglare Rockets Edwige Bellmore Aglaonice Danny Rosen Eurydices' boyfriend Eric Mitchell Eric Mitchell The Undertaker

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Way It Is about?
A group of actors in the East Village of New York City have been rehearsing for a play when the lead actress in the play turns up dead.
Who directed The Way It Is?
The Way It Is was directed by Eric Mitchell.
Who stars in The Way It Is?
The Way It Is stars Steve Buscemi, Vincent Gallo, Mark Boone Junior, Kai Eric.
When was The Way It Is released?
The Way It Is is a 1986 comedy film.
Where can I watch The Way It Is?
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