Synecdoche, New York

~The end is built into the beginning.


Overview

A theater director struggles with his work, and the women in his life, as he attempts to create a life-size replica of New York inside a warehouse as part of his new play.


Genres


General Information

Release Date: 2008-10-24
Budget: $20000000
Revenue: $4383538
Runtime: 124 min


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