A Real Job
Un métier sérieux
Synopsis
Benjamin is a PhD student without scholarship support. Under the pressure of his parents, and in need of money, he becomes a substitute teacher in a middle school. Without training nor experience, and facing a declining public educational system, he discovers how tough this job can be. Hopefully, his supportive and committed colleagues will lead him to take a fresh look at the profession.
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A REAL JOB Trailer | From director Thomas Lilti (HIPPOCRATES, THE FRESHMEN)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-09-26
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Vincent Lacoste
Benjamin
François Cluzet
Pierre
Louise Bourgoin
Sandrine
Adèle Exarchopoulos
Meriem
William Lebghil
Fouad
Lucie Zhang
Sophie
Bouli Lanners
Benjamin's Father
Léo Chalié
Alix
Théo Navarro-Mussy
Sofiane
Hubert Myon
The Deputy Principal
Jéremy Gillet
Simon, Pierre's Son
Mustapha Abourachid
The Principal
Michael Perez
Jeremie
Justine Bachelet
Anna
Valérie Crouzet
Sophie, Pierre's Wife
Foëd Amara
Meriem's Ex
Laurence Huby
The Inspector
Bilel Souidi
Enzo
Release History & Theatrical Window
Beijing International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 24, 2024
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$8.2M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3.5M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.42x
-$4.7M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Lilti
- Screenplay & Story
- Thomas Lilti
- Original Title
- Un métier sérieux
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Budget
- $8.2M
- Worldwide Gross
- $3.5M
- Production Studios
- 31 Juin Films, Les Films du Parc, France 2 Cinéma, Les Films De Benjamin, Le Pacte
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Lilti
Thomas Lilti
Antoine Héberlé
Gwen Mallauran
Emmanuel Barraux, Agnès Vallée
Department Leadership Roster
Emmanuel Barraux
Producer
Agnès Vallée
Producer
Antoine Héberlé
Director of Photography
Philippe van Herwijnen
Production Design
Dorothée Guiraud
Costume Design
Gwen Mallauran
Editor
Thomas Lilti
Writer
Thomas Lilti
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Real Job
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What is A Real Job about?
Benjamin is a PhD student without scholarship support. Under the pressure of his parents, and in need of money, he becomes a substitute teacher in a middle school. Without training nor experience, and facing a declining public educational system, he discovers how tough this job can be. Hopefully, his supportive and committed colleagues will lead him to take a fresh look at the profession.
Who directed A Real Job?
A Real Job was directed by Thomas Lilti.
Who stars in A Real Job?
The principal cast of A Real Job includes Vincent Lacoste, François Cluzet, Louise Bourgoin, Adèle Exarchopoulos, William Lebghil.
When was A Real Job released and how long is it?
A Real Job was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
What was the box office and production budget of A Real Job?
A Real Job had a reported production budget of $8.2M and grossed $3.5M at the worldwide box office (0.42 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Real Job?
A Real Job holds official age classifications: FR: TP; GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.).