Bruno (2000)

Bruno is the story of a unique young boy genius, Bruno (Alex D. Linz), whose expression of his own individuality leads his family and community along an emotional journey. By the time he ... See full summary »

Director:

Shirley MacLaine

Writer:

David Ciminello

Stars:

Alex D. Linz, Shirley MacLaine, Gary Sinise

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Alex D. Linz	...	Bruno Battaglia
Shirley MacLaine	...	Helen
Gary Sinise	...	Dino Battaglia
Joey Lauren Adams	...	Donna Marie
Kathy Bates	...	Mother Superior
Kiami Davael	...	Shawniqua
Stacey Halprin	...	Angela
Jennifer Tilly	...	Dolores
Gwen Verdon	...	Mrs. Drago
Brett Butler	...	Sister Della Rosa
Lee Hughes	...	Eddie Mazzaratti
Dylan Hubbard	...	Signorelli
Kyle Phillips	...	Capricci
Jordan Perry	...	Buttucci
Joanne Pankow	...	Sister Consolata

Storyline

Bruno is the story of a unique young boy genius, Bruno (Alex D. Linz), whose expression of his own individuality leads his family and community along an emotional journey. By the time he reaches his final destination, Bruno's story becomes a fable of the importance of each person's uniqueness and originality.

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Plot Keywords:

genius | boy | fable | bully | nun | 

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Taglines:

Some people are a little individual

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for rude language, mean-spirited behavior and some thematic material

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

16 April 2000 (USA)

Also Known As:

The Dress Code

Filming Locations:

New York City, New York, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$10,000,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

J&M Entertainment, Original Voices Inc.

Technical Specs

Runtime:

108 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Trivia

Last film project for Gwen Verdon.

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Goofs

At the end of the film when Bruno is about to board the plane, he hugs multiple people over the shoulder. When the camera cuts to a different angle, he is seen hugging under the shoulder during what is supposed to be the same hug.

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Crazy Credits

During the both the opening and the closing credits, Bruno can be heard reciting key words that pertain to the story, along with their definitions.

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Connections

References Apocalypse Now (1979)

User Reviews

Great film, great acting by Alex Linz.

Yes, I actually liked this film when I watched it on videotape. The subject in the film is a little weird and that is what I like. What's wrong with a boy who wants to be a little 'different'? When all people are the same, it's a boring world. Little Bruno (Alex Linz) is a 9-year-old boy and he wants to wear a dress. I did not like Shirley MacLaine in this film, but Alex Linz was great!