badelf
10/10The best psychological drama I've seen in a long time. I can't even remember anything that comes close.
Reviewed on August 1, 2023
Exotica(1994)
In a world of temptation, obsession is the deadliest desire.
6.6(403)1h 43m1994-09-29
Drama
Exotica Synopsis
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.
Exotica (1994) is a drama film directed by Atom Egoyan, released on September 29, 1994 with a runtime of 1h 43m. It stars Bruce Greenwood, Mia Kirshner, Don McKellar and Sarah Polley. Viewers rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 403 ratings.
- Director:
- Atom Egoyan
- Writers:
- Atom Egoyan
- Producers:
- Camelia Frieberg, Atom Egoyan
- Cinematographer:
- Paul Sarossy
- Composer:
- Mychael Danna
- Production:
- Alliance Films, Ego Film Arts, Téléfilm Canada, Ontario Film Development Corporation
- Budget:
- $2,000,000
- Revenue:
- $4,221,036
- Status:
- Released
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Exotica Cast & Crew
Main 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
Peter Krantz
as Man in Taxi
Arsinée Khanjian
as Zoe
Elias Koteas
as Eric
- Calvin Green
Calvin Green
as Customs Officer
Damon D'Oliveira
as Man at Opera
Jack Blum
as Scalper
Key crew
Directed by Atom Egoyan, written by Atom Egoyan, produced by Camelia Frieberg and Atom Egoyan.
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Exotica Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.6/10 from 403 ratings.
Filipe Manuel Neto
3/10**Something abstract and disconnected, not worth seeing more than once in our life.** This is one of those films that puts such a huge barrier between the audience and the screen that it seems like we're not even being taken into consideration by the producers. Despite the attempts, there is not a single sympathetic or palatable character, the script does not help and the feeling that hangs in the air is of a lack…
Reviewed on November 19, 2023
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Exotica – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Exotica online?
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Exotica (1994) is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Exotica?
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The main cast of Exotica (1994) includes Bruce Greenwood, Mia Kirshner, Don McKellar, Sarah Polley and Victor Garber. The film was directed by Atom Egoyan. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Exotica released?
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Exotica was released on September 29, 1994 and runs for 1h 43m.
Is Exotica worth watching?
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Exotica (1994) holds an average rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 403 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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