Bullet in the Brain
Synopsis
An outspoken writing teacher allows his cynicism to extend to everyday life... and soon learns why that is not a good idea. While the titular bullet does its work, we delve into his last thoughts, experiencing a mosaic of unrecalled memory and identity.
Top Cast
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Tom Noonan
Anders
Dean Winters
Bank Robber
George Plimpton
Narrator
Tade Reen
Mat Young
Cecelia Antoinette
Johnny Cenicola
Gina Merchan
Samara Harris
Sheri
Lorene Scafaria
Student
Carlos Barbot
Student
Maria Brincker
Student
Bart Thomas
Student
Desiree Andrepont
Student
Desmond Hall
Student
Susanna Harwood Rubin
Student
Jacqueline Soler
Student
Todd Bush
Student
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Von Ancken
- Screenplay & Story
- David Von Ancken, Tobias Wolff
- Original Score
- Raz Mesinai, Don Rainwater, Jim Plotkin, Calla
- Original Title
- Bullet in the Brain
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Ten Paces Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Von Ancken
David Von Ancken, Tobias Wolff
Raz Mesinai, Don Rainwater, Jim Plotkin, Calla
Peter Konczal, James Fideler
Brian Fassett, Bill Gerstenmaier
C.J. Follini
Department Leadership Roster
C.J. Follini
Producer
Peter Konczal
Director of Photography
Brian Fassett
Editor
Bill Gerstenmaier
Editor
Ryan Cooper
Production Design
David Von Ancken
Director
David Von Ancken
Writer
James Fideler
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bullet in the Brain
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What is Bullet in the Brain about?
An outspoken writing teacher allows his cynicism to extend to everyday life... and soon learns why that is not a good idea. While the titular bullet does its work, we delve into his last thoughts, experiencing a mosaic of unrecalled memory and identity.
Who directed Bullet in the Brain?
Bullet in the Brain was directed by David Von Ancken.
Who stars in Bullet in the Brain?
The principal cast of Bullet in the Brain includes Tom Noonan, Dean Winters, George Plimpton, Tade Reen, Mat Young.
When was Bullet in the Brain released and how long is it?
Bullet in the Brain was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Bullet in the Brain?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bullet in the Brain was composed by Raz Mesinai, Don Rainwater, Jim Plotkin, Calla.