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Placebo

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Synopsis

Placebo follows eight early/mid twenty-something men and women as they enter a clinical testing for insomnia. For three days, and one thousand dollars a day, The Research Group places the eight subjects in a secluded location for three days, after they have taken the pill and spent one night in their quarantine facility.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 2010

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Nick Slatkin
Original Title
Placebo
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
Unknown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Nick Slatkin

Department Leadership Roster

Nick Slatkin

Director

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Placebo.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Placebo

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Placebo about?

Placebo follows eight early/mid twenty-something men and women as they enter a clinical testing for insomnia. For three days, and one thousand dollars a day, The Research Group places the eight subjects in a secluded location for three days, after they have taken the pill and spent one night in their quarantine facility.

Who directed Placebo?

Placebo was directed by Nick Slatkin.

Who stars in Placebo?

The principal cast of Placebo includes Joe Estevez, Rayan Lawrence, Cam Powell.

When was Placebo released and how long is it?

Placebo was released in 2010 with a total runtime of Unknown.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Placebo?

Placebo holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).