Exotica(1994)
“In a world of temptation, obsession is the deadliest desire.”
Overview
In the upscale Toronto strip club Exotica, dancer Christina is visited nightly by the obsessive Francis, a depressed tax auditor. Her ex-boyfriend, the club's MC, Eric, still jealously pines for her even as he introduces her onstage, but Eric is having his own relationship problems with the club's female owner. Thomas, a mysterious pet-shop owner, is about to become unexpectedly involved in their lives.
Director
Atom Egoyan
Studio
Miramax
Budget
$2M
Revenue
$4M
Cast
Bruce Greenwood
as Francis
Mia Kirshner
as Christina
Don McKellar
as Thomas
Sarah Polley
as Tracey
Victor Garber
as Harold
David Hemblen
as Inspector
Peter Krantz
as Man in Taxi
Arsinée Khanjian
as Zoe
Elias Koteas
as Eric
Calvin Green
as Customs Officer
Damon D'Oliveira
as Man at Opera
Jack Blum
as Scalper
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1994
Runtime
1h 43m
Language
Hebrew
Rating
6.6 / 10
Budget
$2M
Box Office
$4M
Production Companies
Miramax • Alliance Films • Ego Film Arts
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Where can I watch Exotica?▼
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What is Exotica about?▼
In the upscale Toronto strip club Exotica, dancer Christina is visited nightly by the obsessive Francis, a depressed tax auditor. Her ex-boyfriend, the club's MC, Eric, still jealously pines for her even as he introduces her onstage, but Eric is having his own relationship problems with the club's female owner. Thomas, a mysterious pet-shop owner, is about to become unexpectedly involved in their lives.
Who directed Exotica?▼
Exotica was directed by Atom Egoyan and released in 1994. It is a drama film.
How long is Exotica?▼
Exotica has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).
Who stars in Exotica?▼
The cast of Exotica includes Bruce Greenwood as Francis, Mia Kirshner as Christina, Don McKellar as Thomas, Sarah Polley as Tracey, Victor Garber as Harold and more.
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