The Pornographer: A Love Story

The Pornographer: A Love Story

The Pornographer: A Love Story

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The Pornographer: A Love Story

2004

1h 21m

5.6(8 votes)

Drama

Overview

The relationship between a director and an actress takes a turn when the lines between art and life are crossed.

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Cast & Crew

7 members

Acting

Irène Jacob

Anna

Irène Jacob

Acting

Martin Donovan

Michael

Martin Donovan

Acting

Ezra Barnes

Waiter

Ezra Barnes

Acting

Orlagh Cassidy

Gail

Orlagh Cassidy

Acting

Kathleen Chalfant

Mom

Kathleen Chalfant

Acting

Maggie Gyllenhaal

Sidney

Maggie Gyllenhaal

Acting

Laura Prepon

Unknown Role

Laura Prepon

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