The Shape of Things
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Synopsis
Quiet, unassuming Adam is changing in a major way, thanks to his new girlfriend, art student Evelyn. Adam's friends are a little freaked by the transformation.
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The Shape of Things (2003) - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-07-21
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$736K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Neil LaBute
- Screenplay & Story
- Neil LaBute
- Original Score
- Elvis Costello
- Original Title
- The Shape of Things
- Country of Origin
- France, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Worldwide Gross
- $736K
- Production Studios
- Focus Features, StudioCanal, Working Title, Pretty Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Neil LaBute
Neil LaBute
Elvis Costello
James L. Carter
Joel Plotch
Philip Steuer, Eric Fellner, Rachel Weisz, Gail Mutrux, Tim Bevan
Department Leadership Roster
Neil LaBute
Director
Neil LaBute
Writer
Joel Plotch
Editor
Lynette Meyer
Costume Design
James L. Carter
Director of Photography
Elvis Costello
Original Music Composer
Philip Steuer
Producer
Rachel Weisz
Producer
Gail Mutrux
Producer
Neil LaBute
Producer
Andrew Lipson
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Shape of Things
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Shape of Things about?
Quiet, unassuming Adam is changing in a major way, thanks to his new girlfriend, art student Evelyn. Adam's friends are a little freaked by the transformation.
Who directed The Shape of Things?
The Shape of Things was directed by Neil LaBute.
Who stars in The Shape of Things?
The principal cast of The Shape of Things includes Paul Rudd, Gretchen Mol, Rachel Weisz, Frederick Weller.
When was The Shape of Things released and how long is it?
The Shape of Things was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
How much did The Shape of Things make at the box office?
The Shape of Things grossed $736K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Shape of Things?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Shape of Things was composed by Elvis Costello.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Shape of Things?
The Shape of Things holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).