Extreme Close-Up
“Now the 28 million people who read about it, are definitely going to see it. Don't you want to know why?”
Synopsis
While doing a story on the intrusion of surreptitious surveillance in peoples' private lives, a television reporter rents some surveillance equipment to get a feel for what it's like to spy.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 16, 1973
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jeannot Szwarc
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Crichton
- Original Score
- Basil Poledouris
- Original Title
- Extreme Close-Up
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- National General Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jeannot Szwarc
Michael Crichton
Basil Poledouris
Paul N. Lazarus III
Department Leadership Roster
Jeannot Szwarc
Director
Michael Crichton
Writer
Paul N. Lazarus III
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 Extreme Close-Up
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Extreme Close-Up about?
While doing a story on the intrusion of surreptitious surveillance in peoples' private lives, a television reporter rents some surveillance equipment to get a feel for what it's like to spy.
Who directed Extreme Close-Up?
Extreme Close-Up was directed by Jeannot Szwarc.
Who stars in Extreme Close-Up?
The principal cast of Extreme Close-Up includes Jim McMullan, Katherine Woodville, James A. Watson, Jr, Bara Byrnes, Al Checco.
When was Extreme Close-Up released and how long is it?
Extreme Close-Up was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.
Who composed the musical score for Extreme Close-Up?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Extreme Close-Up was composed by Basil Poledouris.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Extreme Close-Up?
Extreme Close-Up holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).