From the musical score fro the film: ROMANTIC COMEDY (1983) - The Music of Marvin Hamlisch. Romantic Comedy is a 1983 American film starring Dudley Moore and Mary Steenburgen, directed by Arthur Hiller. The screenplay by Bernard Slade is based on his 1979 play of the same title. Initial release: October 7, 1983 Director: Arthur Hiller Screenplay: Bernard Slade Music composed by: Marvin Hamlisch