The Baker
“It's a recipe for disaster.”
Synopsis
Milo is a professional hit man living on the edge. When failing to fulfill a contract for the first time, he escapes the city to avoid the wrath of his employers. Hiding out in a remote rural village, the locals mistake him for the new baker.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2009-07-22
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 9, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gareth Lewis
- Screenplay & Story
- Gareth Lewis
- Original Score
- Alex Wurman
- Original Title
- The Baker
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 26m
- Production Studios
- Picture Farm
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gareth Lewis
Gareth Lewis
Alex Wurman
Sean Bobbitt
Alan Strachan
Damian Lewis, Justin Williams, Daniel Shepherd, Adrian Sturges
Department Leadership Roster
Gareth Lewis
Director
Gareth Lewis
Writer
Damian Lewis
Producer
Justin Williams
Producer
Sean Bobbitt
Director of Photography
Daniel Shepherd
Producer
Alan Strachan
Editor
Adrian Sturges
Producer
Jennifer Kernke
Production Design
Pam Downe
Costume Design
Alex Wurman
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Baker
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What is The Baker about?
Milo is a professional hit man living on the edge. When failing to fulfill a contract for the first time, he escapes the city to avoid the wrath of his employers. Hiding out in a remote rural village, the locals mistake him for the new baker.
Who directed The Baker?
The Baker was directed by Gareth Lewis.
Who stars in The Baker?
The principal cast of The Baker includes Damian Lewis, Kate Ashfield, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Michael Gambon, Dyfan Dwyfor.
When was The Baker released and how long is it?
The Baker was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 26m.
Who composed the musical score for The Baker?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Baker was composed by Alex Wurman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Baker?
The Baker holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).