Morvern Callar
Synopsis
After her boyfriend commits suicide, a young woman attempts to use the unpublished manuscript of a novel and a sum of money he left behind to reinvent her life.
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Official US TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-01-11
Top Cast
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Samantha Morton
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Kathleen McDermott
Lanna Phimister
Raife Patrick Burchell
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Dan Cadan
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Carolyn Calder
Tequila Sheila
Steven Cardwell
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Bryan Dick
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Andrew Flannigan
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Des Hamilton
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Mette Karlsvik
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Andrew Knowles
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Duncan McHardy
Red Hanna
Ruby Milton
Couris Jean
Paul Popplewell
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Mischa Richter
Rick, the American Courier
Vito Rocco
Swimming Pool Courier
Danny Schofield
Dave
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
December 20, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 1, 2002
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$870K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lynne Ramsay
- Screenplay & Story
- Alan Warner, Lynne Ramsay, Liana Dognini
- Original Title
- Morvern Callar
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Worldwide Gross
- $870K
- Production Studios
- Company Pictures, Alliance Atlantis, BBC Film, Scottish Screen, The Glasgow Film Fund
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lynne Ramsay
Alan Warner, Lynne Ramsay, Liana Dognini
Alwin H. Küchler
Lucia Zucchetti
Robyn Slovo, George Faber, Charles Pattinson, Seaton McLean, David M. Thompson
Department Leadership Roster
Robyn Slovo
Producer
George Faber
Producer
Lynne Ramsay
Director
Charles Pattinson
Producer
Alwin H. Küchler
Director of Photography
Lucia Zucchetti
Editor
Jane Morton
Production Design
Sarah Blenkinsop
Costume Design
Glenn Marks
Stunt Coordinator
Simon Frame
Visual Effects Supervisor
Lynne Ramsay
Writer
Liana Dognini
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Morvern Callar
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Morvern Callar about?
After her boyfriend commits suicide, a young woman attempts to use the unpublished manuscript of a novel and a sum of money he left behind to reinvent her life.
Who directed Morvern Callar?
Morvern Callar was directed by Lynne Ramsay.
Who stars in Morvern Callar?
The principal cast of Morvern Callar includes Samantha Morton, Kathleen McDermott, Raife Patrick Burchell, Dan Cadan, Carolyn Calder.
When was Morvern Callar released and how long is it?
Morvern Callar was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
How much did Morvern Callar make at the box office?
Morvern Callar grossed $870K in worldwide ticket sales.
Is Morvern Callar based on a book or true story?
Morvern Callar is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Alan Warner".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Morvern Callar?
Morvern Callar holds official age classifications: GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).