🎬 Taking Off (1971)

Vincent Andrew Schiavelli (November 11, 1948 – December 26, 2005) was an American character actor and food writer noted for his work on stage, screen, and television, often described as "the man with the sad eyes." He was notable for his numerous supporting roles. Schiavelli was also well known for his height, standin…

Lynn Carlin is an American actress who earned an Oscar nomination for her debut in Miloš Forman's Taking Off (1971). She plays a mother searching for her runaway daughter - a role that brought her sudden international attention. Before the film she worked as a secretary and had little acting experience.

Buck Henry was an American screenwriter, actor and director. He co-wrote the screenplay for The Graduate (1967) and the TV series Get Smart, and collaborated with Miloš Forman on Taking Off (1971) as both co-writer and actor.

Georgia Engel was an American actress best known for playing Georgette Franklin in The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970-1977). She also appeared in Miloš Forman's Taking Off (1971), his first American film. Her soft-spoken, gently comic screen presence made her instantly recognizable.

Audra Lindley was an American actress best known for playing Mrs. Roper in the sitcom Three's Company (1977-1981). In Miloš Forman's Taking Off (1971) she played one of the lead roles - a mother searching for her runaway daughter. She also had a long career on Broadway and in television.

Paul Benedict was an American actor best known for playing Geoffrey the eccentric neighbour in the TV sitcom The Jeffersons. He appeared in a supporting role in Miloš Forman's Taking Off (1971). Alongside his screen work, he had a notable stage career on Broadway.