# Roxanne (1987)

> A witty fire chief hides behind another man’s face and his own eloquence while pursuing the astronomer who may learn to love him as he is.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/6549

## Facts

- Runtime: 107 min
- Genres: Comedy, Romance
- Director: Fred Schepisi
- Cast: Steve Martin, Daryl Hannah, Rick Rossovich, Shelley Duvall, John Kapelos, Fred Willard, Max Alexander, Michael J. Pollard
- TMDB rating: 6.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0093886/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, whimsical, gentle, date night, lazy sunday

## Synopsis

A love story that proves true connection transcends appearances and misunderstandings.

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