A Pyromaniac's Love Story
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A Pyromaniac's Love Story

Warning: This is only a love story. Do not try this at home.

5.3 / 10 1995 1h 34mPG English
ComedyDramaRomance

Storyline

A pastry boy and the son of a hair-piece mogul become involved in an arson scandal. Sergio is offered a bribe in exchange for taking the blame for the fire that destroys his workplace. Garet, the real arsonist, is apalled that someone else would try to take credit for his act of love. Before long, Sergio and Garet become entangled in a zany love-quadrangle involving Hattie and Stephanie. Written by Brian Whiting

Cast & Crew

William Baldwin

William Baldwin

Garet

Lead
John Leguizamo

John Leguizamo

Sergio

Erika Eleniak

Erika Eleniak

Stephanie Potts

Michael Lerner

Michael Lerner

Perry

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Armin Mueller-Stahl

Mr. Linzer

Joan Plowright

Joan Plowright

Mrs. Linzer

Mike Starr

Mike Starr

Sgt. Zikowski

Julio Oscar Mechoso

Julio Oscar Mechoso

Jerry

What People Are Saying

3.0
A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Joshua Brand's vision lands with breathtaking precision.
Manohla Dargis, The New York Times
3.0
Every frame feels alive. A Pyromaniac's Love Story is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.
Anthony Lane, The New Yorker