The Limits of Control
“For every way in, there is another way out.”
Synopsis
A mysterious stranger works outside the law and keeps his objectives hidden, trusting no one. While his demeanor is paradoxically focused and dreamlike all at once, he embarks on a journey that not only takes him across Spain, but also through his own consciousness.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2009-03-10
Top Cast
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Isaach de Bankolé
Lone Man
Alex Descas
Creole
Jean-François Stévenin
French
Óscar Jaenada
Waiter
Luis Tosar
Violin
Paz de la Huerta
Nude
Tilda Swinton
Blonde
Youki Kudoh
Molecules
John Hurt
Guitar
Gael García Bernal
Mexican
Hiam Abbass
Driver
Bill Murray
American
Héctor Colomé
Second American
María Isasi
Flamenco Club Waitress
Norma Yessenia Paladines
Flight Attendant
Alejandro Muñoz Biggie
Street Kid
Cristina Sierra Sánchez
Street Kid
Pablo Lucas Ortega
Street Kid
Release History & Theatrical Window
Landmark Sunshine Theater
Festival / Special Debut
May 1, 2009
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 17, 2009
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jim Jarmusch
- Screenplay & Story
- Jim Jarmusch
- Original Score
- Carter Logan, Boris
- Original Title
- The Limits of Control
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Japan
- Spoken Languages
- Arabic, English, French, Japanese, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Studios
- PointBlank Films, Entertainment Farm
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jim Jarmusch
Jim Jarmusch
Carter Logan, Boris
Christopher Doyle, Águeda Balogh, Rain Li
Jay Rabinowitz
Gretchen McGowan, Stacey Smith, Jon Kilik, Yukie Kito
Department Leadership Roster
Jim Jarmusch
Director
Christopher Doyle
Director of Photography
Gretchen McGowan
Producer
Stacey Smith
Producer
Jay Rabinowitz
Editor
Eric J. Robertson
Visual Effects Supervisor
Ignacio Carreño
Stunt Coordinator
Jim Jarmusch
Writer
Bina Daigeler
Costume Design
Carter Logan
Original Music Composer
Boris
Original Music Composer
Eugenio Caballero
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Limits of Control
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What is The Limits of Control about?
A mysterious stranger works outside the law and keeps his objectives hidden, trusting no one. While his demeanor is paradoxically focused and dreamlike all at once, he embarks on a journey that not only takes him across Spain, but also through his own consciousness.
Who directed The Limits of Control?
The Limits of Control was directed by Jim Jarmusch.
Who stars in The Limits of Control?
The principal cast of The Limits of Control includes Isaach de Bankolé, Alex Descas, Jean-François Stévenin, Óscar Jaenada, Luis Tosar.
When was The Limits of Control released and how long is it?
The Limits of Control was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.
Who composed the musical score for The Limits of Control?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Limits of Control was composed by Carter Logan, Boris.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Limits of Control?
The Limits of Control holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: TP; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).