Being John Malkovich

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Being John Malkovich is a 1999 dramedy film written by Charlie Kaufman and directed by Spike Jonze. It stars John Cusack, Cameron Diaz, Catherine Keener, and John Malkovich, who plays a fictionalized version of himself. The plot brings to the forefront several issues in contemporary philosophy of mind, such as the nature of self and consciousness, the mind-body dichotomy, and sensory perception. The film has become a cult classic. Craig Schwartz ... more
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  • 1999

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Runtime:

  • 112 min (67.2 hs )

Estimated budget:

  • 13,000,000 (US$)

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Spike Jonze

Spike Jonze (born Adam Spiegel; October 22, 1969) is an American director and producer, whose work includes music videos, commercials, film and television. He is best known for his collaborations with writer Charlie Kaufman, which include the 1999 film Being John Malkovich and the 2002 film...

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  • Ever wanted to be someone else? Now you can.
  • Be All That Someone Else Can Be

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  • 112 min (67.2 hs )

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  • 13,000,000

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Release Date:

  • 1999

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Year Award Award Nominee Notes/Description
  • 1999
  • 1999
  • 1999
  • 1999
  • 2000
  • role: Lotte Schwartz
  • 2000
  • role: Maxine Lund
  • 2000
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Awards Won:

Year Award Award Winner
  • 2000
  • 1999
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  • 47
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