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Elephant (2003)

โ€œAn ordinary high school day. Except that it's not.โ€

7.0/10 ยท 2,178 votes 1h 21m r DramaCrime

#47 of 156 films from 2003 #1753 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Gus Van Sant ยท Written by Gus Van Sant

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Overview

Several ordinary high school students go through their daily routine as two others prepare for something more malevolent.

Cast

Alex Frostas Alex
Eric Deulenas Eric
John Robinsonas John McFarland
Elias McConnellas Elias
Jordan Tayloras Jordan
Carrie Finkleaas Carrie
Nicole Georgeas Nicole
Brittany Mountainas Brittany
Alicia Milesas Acadia
Kristen Hicksas Michelle
Bennie Dixonas Benny
Nathan Tysonas Nathan
Timothy Bottomsas Mr. McFarland
Matt Malloyas Mr. Luce

Facts

Release dateSeptember 20, 2003
Runtime81 min (1h 21m) โ€” shorter as the 2003 average of 107 min
GenresDrama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$3,000,000
Box office$10,000,000 (3.3ร— budget)
IMDbtt0363589

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Questions

How long is Elephant?
Elephant runs 81 minutes (1h 21m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is Elephant worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 2,178 votes, which places it #47 of 156 films released in 2003 in this index (top 71%) and #1753 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Elephant?
Elephant was directed by Gus Van Sant. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Good Will Hunting (1997), Milk (2008), Drugstore Cowboy (1989).
Who stars in Elephant?
Alex Frost as Alex; Eric Deulen as Eric; John Robinson as John McFarland; Elias McConnell as Elias; Jordan Taylor as Jordan; Carrie Finklea as Carrie.
What is Elephant rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Elephant?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/7104.

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