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Dot the I (2005): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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Dot the I is a 2005 drama thriller directed by Matthew Parkhill, starring Gael García Bernal, James D'Arcy and Natalia Verbeke. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes. Critics gave it 25% on Rotten Tomatoes and 39 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

IMDb rating
6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes
25%
Metascore
39
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Dot the I (2005) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 32m (92 min)
Director
Matthew Parkhill
Genres
Drama , Thriller , Romance
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Dot the I About?

The premise of Dot the I without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

As Carmen's wedding day approaches, she unexpectedly meets Kit, a mysterious stranger, which sparks feelings she thought she's buried. Suddenly, she finds herself questioning her relationship with her fiancé, Barnaby, and drawn to Kit’s captivating charm. Carmen must confront her hidden desires and navigate the complexities of love and commitment as her life hangs in the balance.

Dot the I Themes & Keywords

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  • caribbean cruise
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  • public kiss
  • landlord
  • london england
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Cast & crew

Dot the I Cast

Gael García Bernal leads the cast, with James D'Arcy and Natalia Verbeke. Directed by Matthew Parkhill.

From the director

More from Matthew Parkhill

More films directed by Matthew Parkhill: Deep State and The Caller.

Full filmography
Ratings

Dot the I Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Dot the I 25% on Rotten Tomatoes and 39 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.7/10.

Plot

Dot the I Plot Summary

What happens in Dot the I from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As Carmen, a lively Spanish woman on the verge of marriage, embraces her final night of freedom during a lavish hen party at a trendy French restaurant in London, she encounters an intriguing tradition that allows her to steal a kiss from an unknown man. This brief act of spontaneity ignites an unexpected connection with Kit, a charming individual whose kiss awakens a passion that transcends their initial intentions. As the attraction between them deepens, a complex love triangle develops, putting Carmen at odds with her unsuspecting fiancé, Barnaby.

Full summary

The whole story of Dot the I, scene by scene

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Dot the I?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What event kicks off Carmen's evening of indulgence?

Details

Dot the I Also Known As

35 alternative titles, including “L'alba dei morti dementi” and “Zombie Party - Uma Noite... de Morte”.

Also known as
  • L'alba dei morti dementi
  • Zombie Party - Uma Noite... de Morte
  • Todo Mundo Quase Morto
  • Zombies Party
  • Ein Zombie kommt selten allein
  • 笑死人凶間
  • Zombies Party (Una noche... de muerte)
  • Muertos de risa
  • Shaun, kuolleiden kunkku
  • 새벽의 황당한 저주
  • Зомби по имени Шон
  • Lupata cu zombi
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  • 行走的肖恩
  • 僵尸肖恩
  • Zombies Party - Uma Noite... de Morte
  • Zombilerin Şafağı
  • Haláli hullák hajnala
  • Wysyp żywych trupów
  • Soumrak mrtvých
  • Το Ξύσιμο των Νεκρών
  • รุ่งอรุณแห่งความวาย(ป่วง)
  • Súmrak mŕtvych
  • מת על המתים
  • Зомбі на ім’я Шон
  • Lupta cu zombi
  • 活人甡吃
  • Шон от мъртвите
  • ショーン・オブ・ザ・デッド
  • Zombių karalius
  • El Despertar de los Muertos
  • Shaun et les zombies
  • Giữa Bầy Xác Sống
  • شون و الموتى
  • Shaun ja zombid
  • Noć glupih mrtvaca

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FAQ

Dot the I FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of Dot the I, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Dot the I?

Dot the I runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

When was Dot the I released?

Dot the I was released on March 11, 2005.

Who directed Dot the I?

Dot the I was directed by Matthew Parkhill.

More films by Matthew Parkhill

Who is in the cast of Dot the I?

Dot the I stars Gael García Bernal, James D'Arcy and Natalia Verbeke.

How is Dot the I rated?

Dot the I has 6.7/10 on IMDb, 25% on Rotten Tomatoes and 39 on Metacritic.

Does Dot the I have a post-credit scene?

No. Dot the I has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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