I've Heard the Mermaids Singing (1987)

5.8/10 81 min Comedy Drama

Overview

Scatterbrained Polly gets a job as a secretary in Gabrielle's art gallery. Polly aspires to be a professional photographer, and idolizes Gabrielle for her artistic ability. When Gabrielle rekindles an old romantic relationship with the younger painter Mary, Polly becomes jealous, and discovers Gabrielle isn’t exactly who she claims to be.

Cast

Sheila McCarthy

Polly Vandersma

Paule Baillargeon

Gabrielle St. Peres

Ann-Marie MacDonald

Mary Joseph

Richard Monette

Clive

John Evans

Warren

Brenda Kamino

Waitress

Patricia Rozema

Woman in Office Window (uncredited)

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