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Exotica

"In a world of temptation, obsession is the deadliest desire."

September 29, 1994 1h 43m 6.6/10 (377 votes)

Originally released in 1994. Exotica is a drama film. directed by Atom Egoyan.

Starring Bruce Greenwood, Mia Kirshner, and Don McKellar

Synopsis

In the upscale Toronto strip club Exotica, dancer Christina is visited nightly by the obsessive Francis, a depressed tax auditor. Her ex-boyfriend, the club's MC, Eric, still jealously pines for her even as he introduces her onstage, but Eric is having his own relationship problems with the club's female owner. Thomas, a mysterious pet-shop owner, is about to become unexpectedly involved in their lives.

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 29, 1994 31 years ago
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Runtime 1h 43m 103 minutes total
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User Rating 6.6/10 Good (377 votes)
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Budget $2M Production budget
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Box Office $4.2M 2.1x return
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Language English Original language
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Country Canada Production

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$2,000,000
Revenue
$4,221,036

Production Companies

  • Ego Film Arts
  • Alliance Films

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Exotica about?

In the upscale Toronto strip club Exotica, dancer Christina is visited nightly by the obsessive Francis, a depressed tax auditor. Her ex-boyfriend, the club's MC, Eric, still jealously pines for he...

Who directed Exotica?

Exotica was directed by Atom Egoyan.

How long is Exotica?

Exotica has a runtime of 1 hours and 43 minutes (103 minutes total).

When was Exotica released?

Exotica was released on September 29, 1994 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Exotica?

The main cast of Exotica includes Bruce Greenwood, Mia Kirshner, Don McKellar, Sarah Polley, Victor Garber.

Is Exotica worth watching?

Exotica has a user rating of 6.6/10 based on 377 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.