
Fantasy Island (1978)
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Gerald Perry Finnerman — Director of Photography
Episodes 6
Escape / Cinderella Girls
In the "Escape" segment, Gregory Udall is an escape artist trying to get out of the shadow of his famous father by duplicating the solo ultimate escape his father performed, with Mr. Roarke providing the prison. Unfortunately for Udall, if you don't escape, well...you stay there forever. Udall manages to escape by overcoming his desire to do it single-handedly as he gets another prisoner to help him.
In the "Cinderella" segment, Ann and Maxine are working class girls who manage to afford a trip to Fantasy Island with a wish to become jet-setters for two days. They both get involved with rich men - Maxine ends up getting her man even when she confesses she's poor, and Ann ends up with a doctor pretending to be a rich millionaire to raise money for his health clinic.
Read MoreBet a Million / Mr. Irresistible
In "Bet A Million" a Mr. & Mrs. Fred Wade come to the island in the hopes of finding a wealthy financier to help them fulfill their dream of owning a hotel.
In "Mr. Irresistible" Chuck Hoffman fantasies about being the most irresistible man in the world.
Read MoreLady of the Evening / The Racer
In 'Lady of the Evening' a prostitute wants to change her life and settle down but is afraid to tell her respectable fiancé.
And in 'The Racer' ex-race car driver Kincaid proves to himself and his family that the crash which destroyed his career is not the reason he quit racing.
Read MoreTreasure Hunt / Beauty Contest
In "Treasure Hunt" a couple along with their friend thirst for money and adventure leading them to some very difficult decisions.
In "Beauty Contest" a sheltered 19 year old girl wishes to enter a beauty contest like her mother did in order to get acceptance from her father.
Read MoreThe Funny Girl / Butch and Sundance
In "The Funny Girl" a TV comedian wishes to become a nobody again and lead a simpler life.
In "Butch and Sundance" two friends wish to become Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, for thrills and adventure.
Read MoreReunion / Anniversary
In "Reunion" 4 high school friends reveal a hidden secret which places them in jeopardy.
In "Anniversary" a couple wish to renew their vows and bring back the good times before the alcohol ruled their lives.
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