Breaking Up
Synopsis
An aloof, struggling food photographer thinks he has found true love with a fiery grade-school teacher. At first, the relationship is all wine and roses, but as they realize they have little in common besides great sex, the romance wanes, and they struggle through a succession of break-ups and reunions as they try to work things out.
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Breaking Up (1997) - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-09-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Seattle International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 17, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$12K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Greenwald
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Cristofer
- Original Score
- Mark Mothersbaugh
- Original Title
- Breaking Up
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Worldwide Gross
- $12K
- Production Studios
- Regency Enterprises, Greenlight Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Greenwald
Michael Cristofer
Mark Mothersbaugh
Mauro Fiore
Suzanne Hines
Robert Greenwald, David Matalon, Arnon Milchan, George Moffly
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Greenwald
Director
Michael Cristofer
Screenplay
Mauro Fiore
Director of Photography
Robert Greenwald
Producer
George Moffly
Producer
Kelly Zitrick
Costume Design
Suzanne Hines
Editor
Terrence Foster
Production Design
Mark Mothersbaugh
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Breaking Up
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What is Breaking Up about?
An aloof, struggling food photographer thinks he has found true love with a fiery grade-school teacher. At first, the relationship is all wine and roses, but as they realize they have little in common besides great sex, the romance wanes, and they struggle through a succession of break-ups and reunions as they try to work things out.
Who directed Breaking Up?
Breaking Up was directed by Robert Greenwald.
Who stars in Breaking Up?
The principal cast of Breaking Up includes Russell Crowe, Salma Hayek Pinault, Abraham Alvarez, Carlo Corazon, Marty Granger.
When was Breaking Up released and how long is it?
Breaking Up was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
How much did Breaking Up make at the box office?
Breaking Up grossed $12K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Breaking Up?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Breaking Up was composed by Mark Mothersbaugh.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Breaking Up?
Breaking Up holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).