Family Business
“Chantal Akerman Speaks About Film”
Synopsis
Chantal Akerman was commissioned by Visions to make this short film for £20,000. It was first shown on 21 November 1984, on Channel 4. Akerman herself plays the role of a director visiting Hollywood to find financing from an uncle she hardly knows. Very little goes to plan… Also stars Aurore Clement and Colleen Camp.
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Family Business
Type: Clip • Published 2015-05-07
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chantal Akerman
- Screenplay & Story
- Chantal Akerman
- Original Score
- Marc Hérouet
- Original Title
- Family Business
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- Large Door Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chantal Akerman
Chantal Akerman
Marc Hérouet
Luc Benhamou
Patrick Mimouni
Department Leadership Roster
Chantal Akerman
Director
Chantal Akerman
Writer
Marc Hérouet
Original Music Composer
Patrick Mimouni
Editor
Luc Benhamou
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What is Family Business about?
Chantal Akerman was commissioned by Visions to make this short film for £20,000. It was first shown on 21 November 1984, on Channel 4. Akerman herself plays the role of a director visiting Hollywood to find financing from an uncle she hardly knows. Very little goes to plan… Also stars Aurore Clement and Colleen Camp.
Who directed Family Business?
Family Business was directed by Chantal Akerman.
Who stars in Family Business?
The principal cast of Family Business includes Chantal Akerman, Aurore Clément, Colleen Camp, Marilyn Watelet.
When was Family Business released and how long is it?
Family Business was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Family Business?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Family Business was composed by Marc Hérouet.