Blank Generation
Synopsis
Nada, a beautiful French journalist on assignment in New York, records the life and work of an up and coming punk rock star, Billy. Soon she enters into a volatile relationship with him and must decide whether to continue with it, or return to her lover, a fellow journalist trying to track down the elusive Andy Warhol.
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Carole Bouquet
Nada
Richard Hell
Billy
Ulli Lommel
Hoffritz
Suzanna Love
Lizzy
Howard Grant
Jack
Ben Weiner
Kellerman
Andy Warhol
Self
Robert Madero
Harry (as Bob Madero)
Igor
Bartender
Bill Milling
Marlowe
David Pinnock
Bobby Butler
Frank J. Butler
Bobby's Father (as J. Frank Butler)
Robert Quine
Voidoids
Ivan Julian
Voidoids
Marky Ramone
Voidoids (as Mark Bell)
Walter Steding
Violin Player
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 10, 1980
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ulli Lommel
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Hell, Robert Madero, Ulli Lommel, Peter Muller
- Original Score
- Elliot Goldenthal
- Original Title
- Blank Generation
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- French, English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ulli Lommel
Richard Hell, Robert Madero, Ulli Lommel, Peter Muller
Elliot Goldenthal
Atze Glanert
Paul Evans
Roger Deutsch
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Evans
Editor
Richard Hell
Screenplay
Robert Madero
Screenplay
Ulli Lommel
Screenplay
Roger Deutsch
Producer
Ulli Lommel
Director
Dyanne Klein
Costume Design
Peter Muller
Screenplay
Atze Glanert
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blank Generation
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Blank Generation about?
Nada, a beautiful French journalist on assignment in New York, records the life and work of an up and coming punk rock star, Billy. Soon she enters into a volatile relationship with him and must decide whether to continue with it, or return to her lover, a fellow journalist trying to track down the elusive Andy Warhol.
Who directed Blank Generation?
Blank Generation was directed by Ulli Lommel.
Who stars in Blank Generation?
The principal cast of Blank Generation includes Carole Bouquet, Richard Hell, Ulli Lommel, Suzanna Love, Howard Grant.
When was Blank Generation released and how long is it?
Blank Generation was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Blank Generation?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Blank Generation was composed by Elliot Goldenthal.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Blank Generation?
Blank Generation holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).