
Pucker Up and Bark Like a Dog
1989-12-29 · 94 min · ★ 4.7
A socially isolated and extremely shy Los Angeles painter finds his dream girl in the form of a struggling actress and finds himself at last finding the confidence to exhibit his work in this off-beat romantic comedy.
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- Directors
- Paul S. Parco
- Production companies
- Blue Rider Pictures
- Countries
- Canada, United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Jon GriesMax (as Jonathan Gries)
Lisa ZaneTaylor
Christopher MaherEmile
Sal LopezCarlos
Phyllis DillerMrs. Frasco
Isabel SanfordJoanna
Paul BartelThe Director
Wendy O. WilliamsButch
Robert CulpGregor
Barney MartinRudy Phillips
Nicholas WorthThe Head Chef
Larry JenkinsThe Head Waiter
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