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A Bigger Splash (1974): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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A Bigger Splash is a 1974 biographical documentary directed by Jack Hazan, starring David Hockney, Peter Schlesinger and Henry Geldzahler. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes and earned $130,327 worldwide. It holds 61% on TMDB.

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A Bigger Splash (1974) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 46m (106 min)
Director
Jack Hazan
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is A Bigger Splash About?

The premise of A Bigger Splash without spoilers.

In 1971, filmmaker Jack Hazan follows the acclaimed artist David Hockney as he moves from London to New York and Los Angeles. The documentary explores a pivotal period in Hockney's life, documenting his artistic evolution and the challenges he faces. It portrays the artist's struggles following the end of his relationship with Peter Schlesinger, a deeply personal experience that significantly impacted his art, relationships, and overall sense of self. The film blurs the lines between reality and fiction, offering a revealing portrait of a creative genius navigating a time of change.

A Bigger Splash Themes & Keywords

· 29 tags
  • art documentary
  • male nudity
  • male rear nudity
  • male frontal nudity
  • london england
  • gay bar
  • 1970s
  • beefcake
  • vito russo test passed
  • southern california
  • gay actor plays a gay character
  • friendship
+17 more
  • lover lover relationship
  • gay character
  • lgbtq film
  • david hockney as subject
  • erotica
  • loneliness
  • swimming pool
  • friend
  • business partner
  • painting
  • male male relationship
  • painter as artist
  • artist
  • ex lover ex lover relationship
  • photographer
  • breakup
  • independent film
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Cast & crew

A Bigger Splash Cast

David Hockney leads the cast, with Peter Schlesinger and Henry Geldzahler. Directed by Jack Hazan; 10 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Jack Hazan

One more film directed by Jack Hazan: Rude Boy.

Full filmography
Ratings

A Bigger Splash Reviews & Ratings

A Bigger Splash holds 61% on TMDB.

Box office

A Bigger Splash Box Office

A Bigger Splash grossed $130,327 worldwide. $95,826 came from the US and Canada and $34,501 (26%) from the rest of the world.

1974 box office

Worldwide gross

$130.3K

US & Canada
$95.8K
International
$34.5K
US & Canada 74% Rest of the world 26%
Videos

A Bigger Splash Trailers & Videos

The trailer of A Bigger Splash.

A Bigger Splash (1974) - trailer
Details

A Bigger Splash Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “비거 스플래시” and “水花四溅”.

Also known as
  • 비거 스플래시
  • 水花四溅

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FAQ

A Bigger Splash FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of A Bigger Splash, each answered in a sentence.

How long is A Bigger Splash?

A Bigger Splash runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

When was A Bigger Splash released?

A Bigger Splash was released on October 5, 1974.

Who directed A Bigger Splash?

A Bigger Splash was directed by Jack Hazan.

More films by Jack Hazan

Who is in the cast of A Bigger Splash?

A Bigger Splash stars David Hockney, Peter Schlesinger and Henry Geldzahler, among 10 credited actors.

How much did A Bigger Splash make at the box office?

A Bigger Splash grossed $130,327 worldwide ($95,826 domestic, $34,501 international).

How is A Bigger Splash rated?

A Bigger Splash has 61% on TMDB.

Does A Bigger Splash have a post-credit scene?

No. A Bigger Splash has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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