Jack of Spades
Synopsis
Esther, a compassionate woman in her thirties, has spent years caring for her elderly cousin on a bleak country estate. Esther's quiet life is disrupted by the sudden arrival of Jasper, a charismatic traveler with a murky past. Jasper claims to be the long-lost son and heir who was presumed dead thirty years earlier. As Esther navigates her growing bond with him, she becomes entangled in a web of secrets, inheritance schemes, and a deep reflection on truth, love, and the complex choices of middle age.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joel Coen
- Screenplay & Story
- Joel Coen, Eleanor Catton
- Original Score
- Carter Burwell
- Original Title
- Jack of Spades
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- Blueprint Pictures, Indian Paintbrush
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joel Coen
Joel Coen, Eleanor Catton, F. F. Montrésor
Carter Burwell
Bruno Delbonnel, Des Whelan
Joel Coen, Lucian Johnston
Joel Coen, Frances McDormand
Department Leadership Roster
Joel Coen
Director
Bruno Delbonnel
Director of Photography
Sarah Greenwood
Production Design
Carter Burwell
Original Music Composer
Joel Coen
Editor
Joel Coen
Producer
Frances McDormand
Producer
Lucian Johnston
Editor
Joel Coen
Screenplay
Eleanor Catton
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jack of Spades
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What is Jack of Spades about?
Esther, a compassionate woman in her thirties, has spent years caring for her elderly cousin on a bleak country estate. Esther's quiet life is disrupted by the sudden arrival of Jasper, a charismatic traveler with a murky past. Jasper claims to be the long-lost son and heir who was presumed dead thirty years earlier. As Esther navigates her growing bond with him, she becomes entangled in a web of secrets, inheritance schemes, and a deep reflection on truth, love, and the complex choices of middle age.
Who directed Jack of Spades?
Jack of Spades was directed by Joel Coen.
Who stars in Jack of Spades?
The principal cast of Jack of Spades includes Patsy Ferran, Josh O'Connor, Frances McDormand, Lesley Manville, Damian Lewis.
When was Jack of Spades released and how long is it?
Jack of Spades was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for Jack of Spades?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jack of Spades was composed by Carter Burwell.
Is Jack of Spades based on a book or true story?
Jack of Spades is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "F. F. Montrésor".