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The Master
Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson
2012•2h 17m•R•★ 7.5
Drama
Synopsis
A volatile, alcoholic World War II veteran drifting through post-war America encounters the charismatic founder of a philosophical movement known as The Cause, forming an intense, volatile psychological bond. Paul Thomas Anderson's 70mm visual masterwork starring Joaquin Phoenix and Philip Seymour Hoffman.
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DirectorPaul Thomas Anderson
WriterPaul Thomas Anderson
CinematographyMihai Malaimare Jr.Barry Idoine
MusicJonny Greenwood
Principal Cast
Joaquin PhoenixFreddie Quell
Philip Seymour HoffmanLancaster Dodd
Amy AdamsPeggy Dodd
Rami MalekClark
Laura DernHelen Sullivan
Jesse PlemonsVal Dodd
Ambyr ChildersElizabeth Dodd
Madisen BeatyDoris Solstad
Technical Specifications
Runtime2h 17m (137 mins)
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DirectorPaul Thomas Anderson
LanguagesEnglish
CountryUS
StudioAnnapurna Pictures • The Weinstein Company
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