The Big Picture

Hollywood beckons for recent film school grad Nick Chapman, who is out to capitalize on the momentum from his national award-winning student film. Studio executive Allen Habel seduces Nick with a dream deal to make his first feature, but once production gets rolling, corporate reality begins to intervene: Nick is unable to control a series of compromises to his high-minded vision, and it's all he can do to maintain his integrity in the midst of filmmaking chaos.

Tagline

“Film school prepared Nick for everything... everything but Hollywood.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Comedy, Romance, Drama

Director

Christopher Guest

Original Language

EN

What is The Big Picture about?

Hollywood beckons for recent film school grad Nick Chapman, who is out to capitalize on the momentum from his national award-winning student film. Studio executive Allen Habel seduces Nick with a dream deal to make his first feature, but once production gets rolling, corporate reality begins to intervene: Nick is unable to control a series of compromises to his high-minded vision, and it's all he can do to maintain his integrity in the midst of filmmaking chaos.

Who directed The Big Picture?

The Big Picture was directed by Christopher Guest.

When was The Big Picture released?

The Big Picture was released on September 15, 1989.

How long is The Big Picture?

The Big Picture has a runtime of 1h 40m.

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