The Artist (2011)
100 min - Comedy | Romance | Drama - 20 January 2012 (USA)
Silent movie star George Valentin bemoans the coming era of talking pictures and fades into oblivion and self-destruction, but finds sparks with Peppy Miller, a young dancer lighting up talkies like no one else.
Director:Michel Hazanavicius
Writer:Michel Hazanavicius
Stars: Jean Dujardin, Bérénice Bejo and John Goodman
Storyline
Outside a movie premiere, enthusiastic fan Peppy Miller literally bumps into the swashbuckling hero of the silent film, George Valentin. The star reacts graciously and Peppy plants a kiss on his cheek as they are surrounded by photographers. The headlines demand: "Who's That Girl?" and Peppy is inspired to audition for a dancing bit-part at the studio. However as Peppy slowly rises through the industry, the introduction of talking-pictures turns Valentin's world upside-down. Written by L. Hamre
Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)Rated PG-13 for a disturbing image and a crude gesture
Details
Official Sites:Official site [Canada] | Official site [Japan]
Country:France | Belgium
Language:English (intertitles) | English (a few words)
Release Date:20 January 2012 (USA)
Also Known As:El artista
Filming Locations:Hancock Park, Los Angeles, California, USA
Box Office
Budget:$15,000,000 (estimated)
Opening Weekend:€60,286 (Belgium) (16 October 2011) (24 Screens)
Gross:$44,615,355 (USA) (3 June 2012)
Sound Mix:Dolby Digital | Datasat | SDDS
Color:Black and White
