Laurel Canyon (2003): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Laurel Canyon is a 2003 music drama directed by Lisa Cholodenko, starring Christian Bale, Frances McDormand and Kate Beckinsale. It runs 1 hour 43 minutes and earned $4.4 million worldwide. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Supporting Female at the Spirit Awards 2004. Critics gave it 61 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 43m (103 min)
- Director
- Lisa Cholodenko
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Sony Pictures Classics
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Laurel Canyon About?
The premise of Laurel Canyon without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
During the late 20th century, Los Angeles' Laurel Canyon became a haven for musicians, artists, and free spirits. This documentary explores the vibrant music scene that emerged in this iconic neighborhood, showcasing the creative collaborations and enduring friendships that defined an era. Featuring archival footage and interviews, it reveals how this unique community shaped popular music and left an indelible mark on American culture.
Laurel Canyon Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- rock 'n' roll
- f rated
- time lapse photography
- nudity
- father daughter relationship
- rock band
- independent film
- boyfriend girlfriend relationship
- one male two females threesome
- marijuana
- bisexual kiss
- sex scene
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- interrupted threesome
- mother girlfriend relationship
- interrupted fellatio
- scene during opening credits
- male nudity
- male rear nudity
- mother has sex with his son's girlfriend
- begins with sex
- female nudity
- israeli woman
- cheating fiance
- man swims nude
- woman swims nude
- couple has a threesome with a woman
- mature woman younger man relationship
- mature woman younger woman sex
- psychological drama
- showbiz drama
- female star appears nude
- intern
- dissertation
- psychiatrist
- public nudity
- medical student
- music band
- phonograph record
- gold record
- photograph
- bong
- microphone
- bruise
- title directed by female
- close up of eyes
- chicken fight
- flashing breasts
- valium
- treadmill
- toy bat
Laurel Canyon Cast
Christian Bale leads the cast, with Frances McDormand and Kate Beckinsale. Directed by Lisa Cholodenko; 4 actors are credited in all.
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Director Lisa Cholodenko
More from Lisa Cholodenko
More films directed by Lisa Cholodenko, best-rated first: The Kids Are All Right, High Art, Cavedweller and Dinner Party.
Laurel Canyon Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Laurel Canyon 61 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 61 Metascore
User score 6.3
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Laurel Canyon Plot Summary
What happens in Laurel Canyon 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
Sam and Alex, an engaged couple eager to elevate their careers, relocate to Los Angeles. While Sam, a fresh medical graduate, embarks on his psychiatric residency, Alex is busy wrapping up her Ph.D. dissertation on genomics. They plan to settle in the vacant home of Sam’s mother, Jane, a free-spirited record producer residing in Laurel Canyon.
However, plans take an unexpected turn as Jane is still very much around, passionately recording an album with her British boyfriend, Ian McKnight, and his band. Their fiery romance tends to overshadow the album’s completion, as Jane and her bandmates focus more on partying than music-making. This proves to be a source of frustration for Sam, who finds himself at odds with his mother’s carefree lifestyle, complicating their already strained relationship.
Full summary
The whole story of Laurel Canyon, scene by scene
Laurel Canyon Box Office
Laurel Canyon grossed $4.4 million worldwide. $3.7 million came from the US and Canada and $748,847 (17%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$4.4M
- US & Canada
- $3.7M
- International
- $748.8K
Laurel Canyon Awards & Nominations
Laurel Canyon earned 1 award nomination, including Best Supporting Female at the Spirit Awards 2004.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Spirit Awards 2004 1 nomination- Nominated Best Supporting Female – Frances McDormand
Laurel Canyon Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Laurel Canyon.
How Well Do You Know Laurel Canyon?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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What is Sam's profession as he begins his new life in Los Angeles?
Cars in Laurel Canyon
26 cars on screen, including the 2000 Hyundai Elantra and the 1983 Volvo DL.
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2000 Hyundai Elantra Main role -
1983 Volvo DL Important role -
Triumph Bonneville Minor role -
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider Background role
Laurel Canyon Also Known As
13 alternative titles, including “月桂谷” and “Laurel Canyon - Dritto in fondo al cuore”.
- Also known as
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- 月桂谷
- Laurel Canyon - Dritto in fondo al cuore
- Лорел Каньон
- La calle de las tentaciones
- שחייה לילית
- Каньонът Лаурел
- Na wzgórzach Hollywood
- 로렐 캐년
- Laurel Canyon - A Rua das Tentações
- Μικρές Απιστίες, ლორელის კანიონი
- Лавровий каньйон
- Laurel Kanyonu
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- เธอ…ผู้หญิงไม่ธรรมดา
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Laurel Canyon FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Laurel Canyon, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Laurel Canyon?
Laurel Canyon runs 1 hour 43 minutes (103 minutes).
When was Laurel Canyon released?
Laurel Canyon was released on March 7, 2003.
Who directed Laurel Canyon?
Laurel Canyon was directed by Lisa Cholodenko.
More films by Lisa Cholodenko Who is in the cast of Laurel Canyon?
Laurel Canyon stars Christian Bale, Frances McDormand and Kate Beckinsale, among 4 credited actors.
How much did Laurel Canyon make at the box office?
Laurel Canyon grossed $4.4 million worldwide ($3.7 million domestic, $748,847 international).
How is Laurel Canyon rated?
Laurel Canyon has 61 on Metacritic.
Was Laurel Canyon nominated for any awards?
Laurel Canyon received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Laurel Canyon have a post-credit scene?
No. Laurel Canyon has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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