The Settlement (1999)

Director:

Mark Steilen

Writers:

Lawrence H. Toffler (play), Mark Steilen (screenplay),

Stars:

John C. Reilly, William Fichtner, Kelly McGillis

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
John C. Reilly	...	Pat
William Fichtner	...	Jerry
Kelly McGillis	...	Fake Barbara / Ellie
David Rasche	...	Denny
Dan Castellaneta	...	Neal
Bill Bolender	...	Shamansky
Steve Tyler	...	Costar
Stuart Pankin	...	Insurance Agent
Monica Staggs	...	Real Barbara
Sharon Brathwaite-Sanders	...	Receptionist (as Sharon Brathwaite)
Jonathan McMurtry	...	Dr. Van Buren
Joseph K. Steilen	...	Supportive Friend #1
Nathaniel Steilen	...	Supportive Friend #2
Carol Mansell	...	Bookstore Cashier
Richard L. Schnakenberg	...	Limo Driver

Storyline

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Plot Keywords:

russian mafia | con artist | based on play | independent film

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Taglines:

Dying is a lousy way to make a living

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Genres:

Comedy

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language and some violence

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

April 1999 (USA)

Also Known As:

Asfaleia zois i... thanatou

Company Credits

Production Co:

Cinetel Films, Davis Entertainment, Dogsmile Pictures

Technical Specs

Runtime:

101 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Soundtracks

"Rust"
Written by Brian Tyler
Guitar and Drums: Brian Tyler
Bass: Michael Nielsen

User Reviews

Terrific "black comedy".........

This gets a 10.0 to offset whatever misinformed voters took it down to a 5.0, and it is a solid 8.0 viewing experience no matter what. Anytime death is the motivation for monetary gain in a dark comedy, it is usually a winning combination (see "Eating Raoul"). "The Settlement" has a creative script, great chemistry between John C. Reilly and William Fichtner, and some of the darkest humor in any film. It's a scam, noir, murder, that delivers inspired dialog without any distraction from it's minor budget. Seek this one out if you admire true "black comedy". It most certainly will hold up to repeat viewings. As a matter of fact I can't wait to watch it again. - MERK