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A Single Man
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A Single Man

2009-12-11 · 100 min · ★ 7.3

Drama · Romance

Set in Los Angeles in 1962, at the height of the Cuban missile crisis, is the story of a British college professor who dwells on the past and cannot see his future. We follow him through a single day, where a series of events and encounters ultimately lead him to decide if there is a meaning to life after the death of his long time partner, Jim.

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Directors
Tom Ford
Production companies
Fade To Black, Depth of Field, Artina Films, Tom Ford
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 7,000,000
Revenue
USD 25,000,000

Top Cast

Colin FirthColin FirthGeorge
Julianne MooreJulianne MooreCharley
Nicholas HoultNicholas HoultKenny
Matthew GoodeMatthew GoodeJim
Jon KortajarenaJon KortajarenaCarlos
Paulette LamoriPaulette LamoriAlva
Ryan SimpkinsRyan SimpkinsJennifer Strunk
Ginnifer GoodwinGinnifer GoodwinMrs. Strunk
Teddy SearsTeddy SearsMr. Strunk
Paul ButlerPaul ButlerChristopher Strunk
Aaron SandersAaron SandersTom Strunk
Aline WeberAline WeberLois
Keri Lynn PrattKeri Lynn PrattBlonde Secretary
Jenna GaviganJenna GaviganOther Secretary #1
Alicia CarrAlicia CarrOther Secretary #2
Lee PaceLee PaceGrant
Adam ShapiroAdam ShapiroMyron
Marlene MartinezMarlene MartinezMaria
Ridge CanipeRidge CanipeYoung Boy
Elisabeth HarnoisElisabeth HarnoisYoung Woman

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