Twenty Bucks (1993)

A story about the life of a twenty dollar bill as it weaves in and out of the various lives of several people.

Director:

Keva Rosenfeld

Writers:

Leslie Bohem, Endre Bohem

Stars:

Linda Hunt, David Rasche, Brendan Fraser

1 win & 2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Linda Hunt	...	Angeline
David Rasche	...	Baker
George Morfogen	...	Jack Holiday
Sam Jenkins	...	Anna Holiday
Brendan Fraser	...	Sam Mastrewski
Bubba Baker	...	Buddha
Rosemary Murphy	...	Aunt Dotty
Concetta Tomei	...	Sam's Mother
Peggy Miley	...	Aunt Zoha
Shohreh Aghdashloo	...	Ghada Holiday
David Fresco	...	Uncle Stash
Noah Lee Margetts	...	Mark (as Noah Margetts)
Melora Walters	...	The Stripper / Funeral Director
Gladys Knight	...	Mrs. McCormac
William H.D. Marlett	...	Patrick (as Willie Marlett)

Storyline

The film follows a $20 bill from its ATM birth to its eventual demise. Along the way, the note weaves in and out of the lives of a street person, an aspiring writer, a stripper, two thieves, and many others in surprising and inventive ways.

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Plot Keywords:

stripper | writer | twenty dollar bill | disappointment | convenience store robbery | 

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Taglines:

This is the fascinating chronicle of the life and times of a twenty dollar bill.

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Genres:

Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language and a scene of sexuality

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

22 October 1993 (USA)

Also Known As:

20 taalaa

Filming Locations:

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Big Tomorrow Productions, CTHV

Technical Specs

Runtime:

91 min

Sound Mix:

Ultra Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The script was originally written in 1935 by Endre Bohem, but sat on the shelf until 1990, when his son Leslie Bohem found it upon his father's death. He fell in love with the script and, after updating it for the 90's, sought to have it finally filmed.

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Goofs

As Frank goes around the counter in the convenience store to open the cash register, we see from the side angle that it is already open.

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Connections

Featured in Siskel & Ebert: Fatal Instinct/Demolition Man/The Remains of the Day/Twenty Bucks (1993)

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Soundtracks

"Ray's Tune"
Written by Ray Brown
Performed by Herb Ellis
Courtesy of Justice Record Company

User Reviews

The movie I recommend to friends who've seen "everything"

I caught this on cable a few years back and was immediately intrigued. If you've ever wondered where your money has been, this movie will leave you a little more enlightened...and frightened! From the G-string of a stripper at a Bachelor's party to the hands of a ten year old in a fishing contest to the frantic hands of a homeless woman with Lottery winnings in mind - this bill's journey is surprising and hilarious. The stories around the main idea abound and are far from dull. Christopher Lloyd and Steve Buscemi's scenes are, in my opinion, the highlight of this film. I've never understood why this movie is so wildly underrated. I've never come across any acquaintance that has seen it when I ask. If you get the chance, watch it, you won't be disappointed.