The Extra
“No one knew his name... They still don't.”
Synopsis
Jimeoin, in the title role, plays a man fixated on the concept of celebrity, or more accurately, how he can become one. He is passionate about being a celebrity, but unfortunately he just isn't very talented. After trying to secure roles in myriad productions he finally finds employment as an extra, and what follows is his misadventures as he becomes involved with shady business men, producers and mobsters all of whom are fixated with show business.
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The Extra (2005) - Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-08-27
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Kevin Carlin
- Screenplay & Story
- Jimeoin
- Original Title
- The Extra
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Kevin Carlin
Jimeoin
Department Leadership Roster
Jimeoin
Writer
Kevin Carlin
Director
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is The Extra about?
Jimeoin, in the title role, plays a man fixated on the concept of celebrity, or more accurately, how he can become one. He is passionate about being a celebrity, but unfortunately he just isn't very talented. After trying to secure roles in myriad productions he finally finds employment as an extra, and what follows is his misadventures as he becomes involved with shady business men, producers and mobsters all of whom are fixated with show business.
Who directed The Extra?
The Extra was directed by Kevin Carlin.
Who stars in The Extra?
The principal cast of The Extra includes Jimeoin, Rhys Muldoon, Katherine Slattery, Kristy Hinze, Joelene Crnogorac.
When was The Extra released and how long is it?
The Extra was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Extra?
The Extra holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).