The Event
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Synopsis
Manhattan prosecutor Nick is charged with looking into the untimely death of city resident Matt, a musician who had AIDS. As she questions Matt's loyal family members — mother Lila and sister Dana — she comes to learn that his closest pal, health-care worker Brian, is an ardent believer in assisted suicide and that he threw Matt a big party before his death. This presents a dilemma for the humane but dutiful Nick.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Event, The 2003 Trailer 1080p
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-06-15
Top Cast
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Brent Carver
Brian Knight
Olympia Dukakis
Lila Shapiro
Jane Leeves
Mona Rothchild
Don McKellar
Matt Shapiro
Sarah Polley
Dana Shapiro
Parker Posey
Nick Devivo
Rejean Cournoyer
Rory Metzler
Cynthia Preston
Amy Eisner
Joanna Adler
Gaby Shapiro-Schnell
Dick Latessa
Uncle Leo
Christina Zorich
Judy Campbell
Ruth Moore
Dr. Fisher
Walter Borden
Fred
Chaz Thorne
Chris Devivo
Joan Orenstein
Angela DeVivo
Glen Grant
Andy Campbell
Gianna Marciante
Lilian Schnell
Jaclyn Markowitz
Amelia Schnell
Release History & Theatrical Window
Source: IMDB (Sundance)
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thom Fitzgerald
- Screenplay & Story
- Steven Hillyer, Tim Marback, Thom Fitzgerald
- Original Score
- Christophe Beck
- Original Title
- The Event
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Production Studios
- Arkanjel Productions, Covington International, Emotion Pictures, Flutie Entertainment, My Life Productions Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thom Fitzgerald
Steven Hillyer, Tim Marback, Thom Fitzgerald
Christophe Beck
Thomas M. Harting
Christopher Cooper
Robert A. Flutie, Thom Fitzgerald, Tim Marback, Steven Hillyer, Jeff Sackman
Department Leadership Roster
Thom Fitzgerald
Director
Steven Hillyer
Writer
Tim Marback
Writer
Thom Fitzgerald
Writer
Sian Morris Ross
Costume Design
Thomas M. Harting
Director of Photography
Thom Fitzgerald
Producer
D'Arcy Poultney
Production Design
Christophe Beck
Original Music Composer
Mia Morgan
Costume Design
Bryan Hofbauer
Producer
Christopher Cooper
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Event
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Event about?
Manhattan prosecutor Nick is charged with looking into the untimely death of city resident Matt, a musician who had AIDS. As she questions Matt's loyal family members — mother Lila and sister Dana — she comes to learn that his closest pal, health-care worker Brian, is an ardent believer in assisted suicide and that he threw Matt a big party before his death. This presents a dilemma for the humane but dutiful Nick.
Who directed The Event?
The Event was directed by Thom Fitzgerald.
Who stars in The Event?
The principal cast of The Event includes Brent Carver, Olympia Dukakis, Jane Leeves, Don McKellar, Sarah Polley.
When was The Event released and how long is it?
The Event was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 54m.
Who composed the musical score for The Event?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Event was composed by Christophe Beck.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Event?
The Event holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).