Illuminata
“The Story of Imperfect Love…”
Synopsis
It's the start of the 20th century, and Tuccio, resident playwright of a theatre repertory company offers the owners of the company his new play, "Illuminata". They reject it, saying it's not finished, and intrigue starts that involves influential critic Bevalaqua, theatre star Celimene, young lead actors and other theatre residents
Top Cast
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John Turturro
Tuccio
Christopher Walken
Bevalaqua
Susan Sarandon
Celimene
Rufus Sewell
Dominique
Beverly D'Angelo
Astergourd
Ben Gazzara
Old Flavio
Katherine Borowitz
Rachel
George DiCenzo
Jailor
Bill Irwin
Marco
Aida Turturro
Marta
Georgina Cates
Simone
David Thornton
Orlandini
Matthew Sussman
Piero
Kohl Sudduth
Concubine #1
Rocco Sisto
Prince
Suzanne Shepherd
Marco's mother
Chris Papadopoulos
Boy
David Cale
Journalist
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 5, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$841K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Turturro
- Screenplay & Story
- Brandon Cole, John Turturro
- Original Score
- Arnold Black, William Bolcom
- Original Title
- Illuminata
- Country of Origin
- Spain, United States of America, Japan
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Worldwide Gross
- $841K
- Production Studios
- Sogepaq, Overseas FilmGroup, CDI, GreeneStreet Films, JVC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Turturro
Brandon Cole, John Turturro
Arnold Black, William Bolcom
Harris Savides
Michael Berenbaum
John Penotti, John Turturro
Department Leadership Roster
John Penotti
Producer
Brandon Cole
Screenplay
John Turturro
Producer
Robin Standefer
Production Design
John Turturro
Screenplay
John Turturro
Director
Michael Berenbaum
Editor
Harris Savides
Director of Photography
Arnold Black
Original Music Composer
William Bolcom
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Illuminata
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Illuminata about?
It's the start of the 20th century, and Tuccio, resident playwright of a theatre repertory company offers the owners of the company his new play, "Illuminata". They reject it, saying it's not finished, and intrigue starts that involves influential critic Bevalaqua, theatre star Celimene, young lead actors and other theatre residents
Who directed Illuminata?
Illuminata was directed by John Turturro.
Who stars in Illuminata?
The principal cast of Illuminata includes John Turturro, Christopher Walken, Susan Sarandon, Rufus Sewell, Beverly D'Angelo.
When was Illuminata released and how long is it?
Illuminata was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 59m.
How much did Illuminata make at the box office?
Illuminata grossed $841K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Illuminata?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Illuminata was composed by Arnold Black, William Bolcom.