

A Business Affair
“Are you free tonight?”
Synopsis
This is the story of the lovely Kate Swallow and the loves of her life. At the start she is with Alec Bolton, a noted author, who discourages her when she wants to write a novel. Later she is swept off her feet by Alecs publisher, Vanni Corso, and leaves Alec for Vanni. She writes another novel and Vanni tells her he doesn't think the book will sell. Both of their actions are an indication of their vanity and fear of losing her.
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Christopher Walken in A Business Affair 1994
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-05-26
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Carole Bouquet
Kate Swallow
Christopher Walken
Vanni Corso
Jonathan Pryce
Alec Bolton
Geraldine Somerville
Saleswoman
Beth Goddard
Student
Sheila Hancock
Judith
Anna Manahan
Bianca
Fernando Guillén Cuervo
Ángel
Tom Wilkinson
Bob
Marisa Benlloch
Carmen
Paul Bentall
Drunken Man
Bhasker Patel
Jaboul
Roger Brierley
Barrister
Allan Corduner
Dinner Guest
Marian McLoughlin
Dinner Guest
Miguel De Ángel
Spanish Taxi Driver
Christopher Driscoll
Policeman
Fergus O'Donnell
Student
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 8, 1995
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$8K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Charlotte Brändström
- Screenplay & Story
- William Stadiem
- Original Score
- Didier Vasseur
- Original Title
- A Business Affair
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Worldwide Gross
- $8K
- Production Studios
- Capella International, Eurimages, Canal+, Cartel, Film and General Productions, Connexion Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Charlotte Brändström
William Stadiem, Barbara Skelton, Charlotte Brändström
Didier Vasseur
Willy Kurant
Laurence Méry-Clark
Clive Parsons, Xavier Larère, Davina Belling, Martha Wansborough, Willi Bär
Department Leadership Roster
Charlotte Brändström
Director
Clive Parsons
Producer
Laurence Méry-Clark
Editor
Sophie Becher
Production Design
Tom Rand
Costume Design
Xavier Larère
Producer
Davina Belling
Producer
William Stadiem
Screenplay
Willy Kurant
Director of Photography
Didier Vasseur
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Business Affair
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Business Affair about?
This is the story of the lovely Kate Swallow and the loves of her life. At the start she is with Alec Bolton, a noted author, who discourages her when she wants to write a novel. Later she is swept off her feet by Alecs publisher, Vanni Corso, and leaves Alec for Vanni. She writes another novel and Vanni tells her he doesn't think the book will sell. Both of their actions are an indication of their vanity and fear of losing her.
Who directed A Business Affair?
A Business Affair was directed by Charlotte Brändström.
Who stars in A Business Affair?
The principal cast of A Business Affair includes Carole Bouquet, Christopher Walken, Jonathan Pryce, Geraldine Somerville, Beth Goddard.
When was A Business Affair released and how long is it?
A Business Affair was released in 1994 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
How much did A Business Affair make at the box office?
A Business Affair grossed $8K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for A Business Affair?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Business Affair was composed by Didier Vasseur.
Is A Business Affair based on a book or true story?
A Business Affair is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Barbara Skelton".



















