The Trotsky
“The revolution begins in high school”
Synopsis
Leon Bronstein is not your average Montreal West high school student. For one thing, none of his peers can claim to be the reincarnation of early 20th century Soviet iconoclast and Red Army hero, Leon Trotsky. When his father sends Leon to public school as punishment for starting a hunger strike at Papa's clothing factory, Leon quickly lends new meaning to the term 'student union', determined as he is to live out his pre-ordained destiny to the fullest and change the world.
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The Trotsky - Trailer HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-09-28
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Jay Baruchel
Leon
Emily Hampshire
Alexandra Leith
Geneviève Bujold
Denise Archambault
Colm Feore
Principal Berkhoff
Jessica Paré
Laura
Tommie-Amber Pirie
Sarah Bronstein
Kaniehtiio Horn
Caroline
Erika Rosenbaum
Becca
Saul Rubinek
David Bronstein
Michael Murphy
Frank McGovern
David Julian Hirsh
Eli Bronstein
Jesse Rath
Dwight
Liane Balaban
Nadza
Taylor Baruchel
School Girl #2
Dan Beirne
Dan
Domini Blythe
Mrs. Davis
Jonathan Bosco
Horne (Kid in Costume)
Hélène Bourgeois Leclerc
Female Cop
Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
May 5, 2010
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$6.4M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacob Tierney
- Screenplay & Story
- Jacob Tierney
- Original Title
- The Trotsky
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- Russian, German, English
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Production Budget
- $6.4M
- Production Studios
- Park Ex Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacob Tierney
Jacob Tierney
Guy Dufaux
Arthur Tarnowski
Kevin Tierney
Department Leadership Roster
Jacob Tierney
Writer
Jacob Tierney
Director
Mario Davignon
Costume Design
Arthur Tarnowski
Editor
Guy Dufaux
Director of Photography
Anne Pritchard
Production Design
Kevin Tierney
Producer
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is The Trotsky about?
Leon Bronstein is not your average Montreal West high school student. For one thing, none of his peers can claim to be the reincarnation of early 20th century Soviet iconoclast and Red Army hero, Leon Trotsky. When his father sends Leon to public school as punishment for starting a hunger strike at Papa's clothing factory, Leon quickly lends new meaning to the term 'student union', determined as he is to live out his pre-ordained destiny to the fullest and change the world.
Who directed The Trotsky?
The Trotsky was directed by Jacob Tierney.
Who stars in The Trotsky?
The principal cast of The Trotsky includes Jay Baruchel, Emily Hampshire, Geneviève Bujold, Colm Feore, Jessica Paré.
When was The Trotsky released and how long is it?
The Trotsky was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 53m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Trotsky?
The Trotsky holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).