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The Humbling

  • 20142014
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  • 1h 52m
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5.5/10
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Al Pacino and Greta Gerwig in The Humbling (2014)
As over-the-hill stage actor Simon Axler struggles to find his passion for life again, he finds motivation in the form of a young and lustful lesbian Pegeen Stapleford, but as their relationship heats up Simon has a hard time keeping up with the youthful Pegeen.
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  • Comedy
  • Drama
  • Romance
A stage actor who is slowly losing his mind engages in a relationship with a sexually confused younger woman.A stage actor who is slowly losing his mind engages in a relationship with a sexually confused younger woman.A stage actor who is slowly losing his mind engages in a relationship with a sexually confused younger woman.
IMDb RATING
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6.8K
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  • Director
    • Barry Levinson
  • Writers
    • Buck Henry(screenplay)
    • Michal Zebede(screenplay)
    • Philip Roth(novel)
  • Stars
    • Al Pacino
    • Greta Gerwig
    • Nina Arianda
Top credits
  • Director
    • Barry Levinson
  • Writers
    • Buck Henry(screenplay)
    • Michal Zebede(screenplay)
    • Philip Roth(novel)
  • Stars
    • Al Pacino
    • Greta Gerwig
    • Nina Arianda
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    • 37User reviews
    • 90Critic reviews
    • 59Metascore
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  • Videos2

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    Trailer 2:22
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    When Are You Going To Tell Your Parents

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    Al Pacino, Dan Hedaya, and Dianne Wiest in The Humbling (2014)
    Barry Levinson in The Humbling (2014)
    Al Pacino and Greta Gerwig in The Humbling (2014)
    Al Pacino in The Humbling (2014)
    Al Pacino and Nina Arianda in The Humbling (2014)
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    Greta Gerwig in The Humbling (2014)
    Al Pacino in The Humbling (2014)
    Al Pacino and Greta Gerwig in The Humbling (2014)
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    Al Pacino
    Al Pacino
    • Simon
    Greta Gerwig
    Greta Gerwig
    • Pegeen
    Nina Arianda
    Nina Arianda
    • Sybil
    Charles Grodin
    Charles Grodin
    • Jerry
    Mary Louise Wilson
    Mary Louise Wilson
    • Mrs. Rutledge
    Dan Hedaya
    Dan Hedaya
    • Asa
    Dianne Wiest
    Dianne Wiest
    • Carol
    Billy Porter
    Billy Porter
    • Prince
    Li Jun Li
    Li Jun Li
    • Tracy
    Lance Roberts
    Lance Roberts
    • Walter
    Kyra Sedgwick
    Kyra Sedgwick
    • Louise
    Victor Cruz
    Victor Cruz
    • Security Guard
    Derrick Arthur
    Derrick Arthur
    • Techie
    Steve Rosen
    Steve Rosen
    • Stage Manager
    Andrea Barnes
    Andrea Barnes
    • Nurse
    Dylan Baker
    Dylan Baker
    • Dr. Farr
    Otoja Abit
    Otoja Abit
    • Man in Therapy
    Jennifer Regan
    Jennifer Regan
    • Vet Nurse
    • (as Jen Regan)
    • Director
      • Barry Levinson
    • Writers
      • Buck Henry(screenplay)
      • Michal Zebede(screenplay)
      • Philip Roth(novel)
    • All cast & crew
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    • Trivia
      It was Al Pacino's idea to make the book into a movie, to the point of convincing Barry Levinson to direct it and approaching together Buck Henry to adapt it.
    • Quotes

      Simon Axler: Three quarters of the things we do in life are mistakes!

    • Connections
      Referenced in Evening Urgant: Vyacheslav Krikunov/Elizaveta Nilova/Polina Gagarina (2015)
    • Soundtracks
      Circlesong 6
      Performed By Bobby McFerrin

      Written By Bobby McFerrin

      Courtesy Of Sony Classical

    User reviews37

    Review
    Top review
    6/10
    Pacino Shines in Levinson's Uneven Comedy!
    Al Pacino leads Barry Levinson's 'The Humbling', which despite some arresting moments, is an Uneven Comedy. Its a slow-paced tale of an artist losing his mind, but Pacino never makes him melodramatic or nagging.

    'The Humbling' Synopsis: A stage actor who is slowly losing his mind engages in a relationship with a sexually confused younger woman.

    'The Humbling' is a terrific idea, which doesn't translate into a terrific film. Reason? The Erratic Screenplay, which appeals in bits & pieces. Buck Henry & Michal Zebede's Screenplay, which is based on a book by the same name, is situationally funny, but overall, its erratic. There are moments when you feel for the protagonist, but at times, you just disconnect. Better Writing was the need of the day!

    Levinson's Direction, however, is as complex as ever. Cinematography is aptly mounted, while the Editing lacks sharpness.

    Coming to performances, Pacino is the life of 'The Humbling'. As an artist losing all he's got, the legend gives us a character that remains with you even after the show concludes. He's excellent. Greta Gerwig & Dianne Wiest deserve a special mention, for their brilliant performances, as well.

    On the whole, 'The Humbling' will mostly appeal to Pacino fans.
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    • namashi_1
    • Feb 25, 2015

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    • Release date
      • January 23, 2015 (South Africa)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Italy
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Một Thời Chóng Qua
    • Filming locations
      • St. George Theatre, Staten Island, New York City, New York, USA
    • Production companies
      • Ambi Pictures
      • Hammerton Productions
      • Stonelock Pictures
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $2,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $399,666
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 52 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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