

Overview
In 1969, while studying at the University of Maine, artist Alan Parker becomes obsessed with death. Believing he is losing his girlfriend, he tries to commit suicide on his birthday but his friends manage to stop him. He receives news that his mother has had a stroke and decides to hitchhike to visit her at the hospital.
Top Cast

Jonathan Jackson
Alan Parker

Barbara Hershey
Jean Parker

David Arquette
George Staub

Erika Christensen
Jessica Hadley

Cliff Robertson
Farmer

Nicky Katt
Ferris

Matt Frewer
Mr. Clarkson

Barry W. Levy
Julian Parker
Jackson Warris
Alan, Age 6

Jeffrey Ballard
Alan, Age 12

Peter LaCroix
Mature Alan

Chris Gauthier
Hector Passmore
Key Film Crew
Production Stats
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