The Lesson
“Who is teaching whom?”
Synopsis
Liam, an aspiring and ambitious young writer, eagerly accepts a tutoring position at the family estate of his idol, renowned author J.M. Sinclair. But soon, Liam realizes that he is ensnared in a web of family secrets, resentment, and retribution. Sinclair, his wife Hélène, and their son Bertie all guard a dark past, one that threatens Liam’s future as well as their own.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2023-06-08
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Festival
Festival / Special Debut
July 7, 2023
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 26, 2024
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$311K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alice Troughton
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex MacKeith
- Original Score
- Isobel Waller-Bridge
- Original Title
- The Lesson
- Country of Origin
- Germany, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Worldwide Gross
- $311K
- Production Studios
- Film Constellation, Poison Chef, Egoli Tossell Pictures, Jeva Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alice Troughton
Alex MacKeith
Isobel Waller-Bridge
Anna Patarakina
Paulo Pandolpho
Judy Tossell, Fabien Westerhoff, Camille Gatin, Andrew Karpen, Kent Sanderson
Department Leadership Roster
Judy Tossell
Producer
Fabien Westerhoff
Producer
Alex MacKeith
Writer
Alice Troughton
Director
Camille Gatin
Producer
Cassandra Sigsgaard
Producer
Seth Turner
Production Design
Paulo Pandolpho
Editor
Isobel Waller-Bridge
Original Music Composer
Anna Patarakina
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Lesson
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What is The Lesson about?
Liam, an aspiring and ambitious young writer, eagerly accepts a tutoring position at the family estate of his idol, renowned author J.M. Sinclair. But soon, Liam realizes that he is ensnared in a web of family secrets, resentment, and retribution. Sinclair, his wife Hélène, and their son Bertie all guard a dark past, one that threatens Liam’s future as well as their own.
Who directed The Lesson?
The Lesson was directed by Alice Troughton.
Who stars in The Lesson?
The principal cast of The Lesson includes Richard E. Grant, Julie Delpy, Daryl McCormack, Stephen McMillan, Crispin Letts.
When was The Lesson released and how long is it?
The Lesson was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
How much did The Lesson make at the box office?
The Lesson grossed $311K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for The Lesson?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Lesson was composed by Isobel Waller-Bridge.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Lesson?
The Lesson holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).