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Columbus

2017-08-04 · 104 min · ★ 7.1

Drama

When a renowned architecture scholar falls suddenly ill during a speaking tour, his son Jin finds himself stranded in Columbus, Indiana - a small Midwestern city celebrated for its many significant modernist buildings. Jin strikes up a friendship with Casey, a young architecture enthusiast who works at the local library.

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Directors
Kogonada
Production companies
Nonetheless Productions, Depth of Field, Superlative Films
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 700,000
Revenue
USD 1,015,744

Top Cast

John ChoJohn ChoJin
Haley Lu RichardsonHaley Lu RichardsonCasey
Michelle ForbesMichelle ForbesMaria
Rory CulkinRory CulkinGabriel
Parker PoseyParker PoseyEleanor
Erin AllegrettiErin AllegrettiEmma
Shani Salyers StilesShani Salyers StilesVanessa
Reen VogelReen VogelCleaner
Rosalyn R. RossRosalyn R. RossChristine
Lindsey ShopeLindsey ShopeSarah
Jem CohenJem CohenStaff
Caitlin EwaldCaitlin EwaldBartender
Jim DoughertyJim DoughertyAaron
Joseph Anthony ForondaJoseph Anthony ForondaProf. Jae Yong Lee
Alphaeus Green, Jr.Alphaeus Green, Jr.ICC Guide
Wynn ReichertWynn ReichertMiller House Guide

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