Soft Fiction (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1979, Soft Fiction is a documentary film directed by Chick Strand, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. Chick Strand's SOFT FICTION is a personal documentary that brilliantly portrays the survival power of female sensuality. It combines the documentary approach with a sensuous lyrical expressionism. Strand focuses her camera on people talking about their own experience, capturing subtle nuances in facial expressions and gestures that are rarely seen in cinema. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation in 2015.
Who’s in it. Soft Fiction stars Beverle Houston, Karen Amend, Melissa Lou Beal and Simone Gad, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Soft Fiction sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Soft Fiction page.
If you liked it. Fans of Soft Fiction tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Soft Fiction (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Soft Fiction change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Soft Fiction worth watching?
- Soft Fiction holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Soft Fiction?
- Soft Fiction stars Beverle Houston, Karen Amend, Melissa Lou Beal, Simone Gad and Johanna Demetrakis.
- When was Soft Fiction released?
- Soft Fiction was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.