Christine (2016 film)
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| Directed by | Antonio Campos |
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| Written by | Craig Shilowich |
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| Cinematography | Joe Anderson |
| Edited by | Sofia Subercaseaux |
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| Distributed by | The Orchard |
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Running time | 115 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Christine is a 2016 American biographical film directed by Antonio Campos and written by Craig Shilowich. It stars actress Rebecca Hall as 1970s news reporter Christine Chubbuck who committed suicide on live television.
The film premiered at the 2016 Sundance Film Festival.[1] The film is scheduled to be released on October 14, 2016, by The Orchard.[2]
Plot
The film takes place in the last days of Christine Chubbuck's life as she struggles against depression and eventually commits suicide on-air.
Cast
- Rebecca Hall as Christine Chubbuck
- Michael C. Hall as George Peter Ryan
- Tracy Letts as Michael
- Maria Dizzia as Jean Reed
- J. Smith-Cameron as Peg Chubbuck
- John Cullum as Bob Andersen
- Timothy Simons as Steve Turner
- Kim Shaw as Andrea Kirby
Production
In May 2015, it was announced that Rebecca Hall, Michael C. Hall, Tracy Letts, Maria Dizzia, J. Smith-Cameron had been cast in the film, with Antonio Campos directing from a screenplay by Craig Shilowich, who is also producing the film alongside, Melody C. Roscher, while Josh Mond and Sean Durkin will executive produce under their Borderline Films banner.[3]
Release
In December 2015, the first image of Hall was released on Indiewire.com.[4] In January 2016, The Hollywood Reporter released more stills from the film.[5] The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 23, 2016.[6] Shortly after, The Orchard acquired distribution rights to the film.[7] The film will be released on October 14, 2016.[8]
References
- ↑ Chang, Justin. "Sundance Film Festival Unveils 2016 Competition, Next Films". Retrieved 20 January 2016.
- ↑ "The Orchard Announces 2016 Theatrical Release Slate". The Orchard. March 16, 2016. Retrieved April 6, 2016.
- ↑ Sneider, Jeff (May 7, 2015). "Rebecca Hall, Michael C. Hall to Star in Antonio Campos’ Suicidal Reporter Drama ‘Christine’ (Exclusive)". TheWrap.com. Retrieved April 6, 2016.
- ↑ Brennan, Matt (December 17, 2015). "First Look: Rebecca Hall Comes to a TV Near You in '70s-Set Sundance Premiere 'Christine'". Indiewire.com. Retrieved April 6, 2016.
- ↑ Lee, Ashley. "First Look: Michael C. Hall, Tracy Letts Challenge Rebecca Hall in 'Christine' (Exclusive)". Retrieved 20 January 2016.
- ↑ Chang, Justin. "Sundance Film Festival Unveils 2016 Competition, Next Films". Retrieved 20 January 2016.
- ↑ Setoodah, Ramin (February 4, 2016). "The Orchard Acquires Sundance Drama ‘Christine’ Starring Rebecca Hall". Variety. Retrieved April 6, 2016.
- ↑ "The Orchard Announces 2016 Theatrical Release Slate". The Orchard. March 16, 2016. Retrieved April 6, 2016.
External links
- Christine at the Internet Movie Database