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Adults in the Room (2019): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Adults in the Room is a 2019 drama directed by Costa-Gavras, starring Valeria Golino as Danae Stratou, Aurélien Recoing and Ulrich Tukur. It runs 2 hours 4 minutes and earned $1 million worldwide. Its Echo Score is 60/100.

worldwide gross
$1M
Echo Score
60
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Adults in the Room (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 4m (124 min)
Director
Costa-Gavras
Genre
Drama
Original language
French
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Adults in the Room About?

The premise of Adults in the Room without spoilers.

This film explores the intense pressures faced by individuals within the Eurogroup as they implement harsh austerity measures on Greece. It depicts a brutal and inescapable cycle of power, where compassion is lost amidst the demands of economic policy. The story reveals the claustrophobic atmosphere and the divisions that arise as the protagonists struggle with impossible choices and the human cost of their decisions.

Adults in the Room Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • greece
  • year 2015
  • debt
  • austerity
  • politics
  • politician
  • political campaign
  • election campaign
  • european union
  • election
  • prime minister
  • minister of finance
+38 more
  • paris france
  • voice over
  • voice over narration
  • press conference
  • london england
  • frankfurt germany
  • european central bank
  • secret meeting
  • cell phone
  • riga latvia
  • international monetary fund
  • no opening credits
  • no title at beginning
  • title at the end
  • man uses a wheelchair
  • 2010s
  • financial crisis
  • archive footage
  • national debt
  • reference to angela merkel
  • right wing politics
  • first person narration
  • reference to mario draghi
  • reference to emmanuel macron
  • reference to wolfgang schauble
  • euro
  • social security
  • economist
  • greek crisis
  • reference to francois hollande
  • reference to jean claude juncker
  • capitalism
  • state capitalism
  • europe
  • european politics
  • european history
  • financial bailout
  • based on book
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Cast & crew

Adults in the Room Cast & Characters

Valeria Golino leads the cast as Danae Stratou, with Aurélien Recoing as Pierre Moscovici and Ulrich Tukur as Wolfgang Schäuble. Directed by Costa-Gavras; 64 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Costa-Gavras

More films directed by Costa-Gavras: Eden Is West, The Little Apocalypse, Music Box and Betrayed.

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Ratings

Adults in the Room Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 60/100, strongest in sensory experience (70) and weakest in story & flow (50).

60 /100

Adults in the Room Echo Score Breakdown

Adults in the Room presents a polarised viewing experience, marked by strong performances but uneven technical execution. While critics and audiences commend the film's realistic tone and occasional gripping moments, many note uninspired direction and a disjointed narrative. The audiovisual elements receive both praise for vivid cinematography and criticism for inconsistent sound design. Consequently, the movie offers significant insight into EU politics yet struggles to maintain consistent artistic cohesion, resulting in a mixed overall impression.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 55

    The film’s art and craft show a blend of competence and weakness. Positive remarks highlight vivid cinematography, effective lighting, and occasional tight editing, while several reviewers condemn the direction as uninspired and the visual approach as amateurish. Issues such as lens distortion and uneven pacing further dilute the visual impact. Overall, the technical execution is uneven, delivering moments of visual appeal amid noticeable flaws.

  • Character & Emotion 65

    Character work stands out as one of the stronger facets of the film. Multiple reviewers praise Christos Loulis’s portrayal of Varoufakis and note solid performances from supporting cast members. Conversely, some critics point to a lack of character development and occasional amateurish acting. Despite these criticisms, the majority sentiment acknowledges a credible emotional core anchored by notable lead performances. The net effect is a generally positive assessment of character portrayal.

  • Story & Flow 50

    Narrative cohesion fluctuates throughout the runtime. Certain critics describe the plot as gripping and informative, while others label it as a tedious political farce with compressed events. Reviewers note confusion over chronology and a reliance on meetings that hinder narrative flow. The story’s ambition to cover complex economic negotiations is evident, yet execution leaves many viewers uncertain about pacing and structural clarity. Overall, the storytelling is mixed, balancing intrigue with disarray.

  • Sensory Experience 70

    Sensory elements receive generally favorable reactions. The soundtrack is repeatedly praised as superb, and the film’s color palette and lighting are described as vivid and compelling. Some users, however, find the sound editing inconsistent, noting occasional volume fluctuations. Visual style benefits from strong composition and striking cinematography, offset by occasional technical missteps. In sum, the sensory experience leans positive, offering an engaging auditory and visual backdrop despite minor flaws.

  • Rewatch Factor 55

    Rewatch potential is modest, reflecting divergent viewer attitudes. Certain audiences recommend revisiting the film for its political insight and suggest it ages well with future context. Others consider it a hard sell, citing its length and narrative fatigue as deterrents to repeat viewings. While the film stimulates discussion and may reward repeated analysis, its pacing and structural issues limit broad replay appeal. The overall rewatch factor is therefore mixed to slightly positive.

Box office

Adults in the Room Box Office

Adults in the Room grossed $1 million worldwide.

2019 box office

Worldwide gross

$1M

International
$1M
Videos

Adults in the Room Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Adults in the Room.

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Adults in the Room Also Known As

23 alternative titles, including “Enílikoi stin Aíthousa” and “铁门游戏”.

Also known as
  • Enílikoi stin Aíthousa
  • 铁门游戏
  • 部屋の大人
  • 어른의 부재
  • Ενήλικοι στην Αίθουσα
  • Comportarse como adultos
  • Comportem-se como Adultos
  • Понашајте се као одрасли
  • Грекзит
  • 房间里的成年人
  • Adulti in sala
  • Görögország
+11 more
  • 2015
  • Възрастни в стаята
  • Dorośli w pokoju
  • Dospěláci v místnosti
  • 錢鬥遊戲
  • Jogo do Poder
  • Conversations entre adultes
  • アダルト イン ザ ルーム
  • Adulții din cameră
  • Comportar-se com adults
  • Odrasli v sobi

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FAQ

Adults in the Room FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, post-credit scenes and language of Adults in the Room, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Adults in the Room?

Adults in the Room runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

When was Adults in the Room released?

Adults in the Room was released on August 31, 2019.

Who directed Adults in the Room?

Adults in the Room was directed by Costa-Gavras.

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Who is in the cast of Adults in the Room?

Adults in the Room stars Valeria Golino as Danae Stratou, Aurélien Recoing as Pierre Moscovici and Ulrich Tukur as Wolfgang Schäuble, among 64 credited actors.

How much did Adults in the Room make at the box office?

Adults in the Room grossed $1 million worldwide.

Does Adults in the Room have a post-credit scene?

No. Adults in the Room has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Adults in the Room in?

The original language of Adults in the Room is French.

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