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4.6 / 10(74 votes)IMDbR20091h 36m$7K Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

Finding Bliss

Synopsis

Jody Balaban, an aspiring filmmaker, is fresh to L.A. with New York film school accolades and the dream of making her movie. Unable to get a job where she can use the skills she so finely honed, Jody must edit adult entertainment to make ends meet. The uncompromising desire to make her movie, leads Jody to secretly film in the porn studio facilities at night - until she is caught in the act.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.

Finding Bliss (Trailer) - Starring Jamie Kennedy, Leelee Sobieski and Denise RichardsOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2010-07-16

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 18, 2009

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedUnderperformed (0x ROI)

Production Budget

$1.5M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$7K

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

0x

-$1.5M deficit

Theatrical Status

Budget Return

Box office tier

Budget: $1.5MWorldwide: $7K

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Julie Davis
Screenplay & Story
Julie Davis
Original Score
John Swihart
Original Title
Finding Bliss
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 36m
Production Budget
$1.5M
Worldwide Gross
$7K
Production Studios
North by Northwest Entertainment, Cinamour Entertainment, Dave O Films, Jeff Rice Films, LightShow Entertainment

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Julie Davis

Screenplay & Story

Julie Davis

Original Score & Music

John Swihart

Director of Photography

Peter N. Green

Film Editing

David Beatty

Producers

Glen Hartford, Brandon Nutt, David E. Ornston, Jeff Rice, Leelee Sobieski

Department Leadership Roster

Julie Davis

Julie Davis

Director

Julie Davis

Julie Davis

Writer

David E. Ornston

David E. Ornston

Producer

Jeff Rice

Producer

Daniel Toll

Producer

Peter N. Green

Director of Photography

David Beatty

Editor

Vincent DeFelice

Production Design

Lisa Caryl-Vukas

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Finding Bliss.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Finding Bliss

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Finding Bliss about?

Jody Balaban, an aspiring filmmaker, is fresh to L.A. with New York film school accolades and the dream of making her movie. Unable to get a job where she can use the skills she so finely honed, Jody must edit adult entertainment to make ends meet. The uncompromising desire to make her movie, leads Jody to secretly film in the porn studio facilities at night - until she is caught in the act.

Who directed Finding Bliss?

Finding Bliss was directed by Julie Davis.

Who stars in Finding Bliss?

The principal cast of Finding Bliss includes Leelee Sobieski, Matthew Davis, Denise Richards, Jamie Kennedy, Tim Bagley.

When was Finding Bliss released and how long is it?

Finding Bliss was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.

What was the box office and production budget of Finding Bliss?

Finding Bliss had a reported production budget of $1.5M and grossed $7K at the worldwide box office (0 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).

Who composed the musical score for Finding Bliss?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Finding Bliss was composed by John Swihart.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Finding Bliss?

Finding Bliss holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).