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Oleanna (1994)

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A two character movie, involving a college professor, John, who is confronted by a female student, Carol, who is failing his course. The two spend a long time talking to each other, during ... See full summary »

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A two character movie, involving a college professor, John, who is confronted by a female student, Carol, who is failing his course. The two spend a long time talking to each other, during which time John says a few things that can be taken the wrong way. After the night the two spent talking, John is slapped with a sexual harassment accusation by Carol. After more accusations from Carol, John's career as a teacher begins to fall apart. This forces John with a choice on how to handle the situation, and the results make up for a shattering ending to the movie. Written by Justin Sharp <rainman88@earthlink.net>

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He said it was a lesson. She said it was sexual harassment. Whichever side you take, you're wrong. See more »

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$124,693 (USA)
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Trivia

The Broadway production of "Oleana" by David Mamet opened at the John Golden Theater on October 11, 2009, ran for 65 performances and closed on December 6, 2009 starring Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles. See more »

Goofs

When Carol leaves John's office after their second meeting, shouting "Help!", the shadow of the camera covers the door. See more »

Quotes

[last lines]
John: Oh, my God.
Carol: Yes, that's right.
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Crazy Credits

The "school song" (written by Mamet) played during the credits is sung by Mamet's wife, Rebecca Pidgeon who first performed the role of Carol on stage. See more »

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Referenced in Mystery Science Theater 3000: Angels' Revenge (1995) See more »

Soundtracks

"Hail To The Men Of Merit"
Words by David Mamet
Music by Rebecca Pidgeon
© Copyright 1994 Dwight Street Music
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Under appreciated Mamet film/play.
23 July 2001 | by (Nashville, TN) – See all my reviews

One general misunderstanding (in my opinion) of Mamet is that he tries to write realistic dialog. In Oleanna, Mamet seems to want to speak directly through each character in a very academic verse which is well suited to the film/play. The issues of sexual misconduct and the way perspectives differ between men and women make this an interesting journey. And if you are a Bill Macy fan, you will like the movie.


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