Mona Lisa (1986): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Mona Lisa is a 1986 romantic drama directed by Neil Jordan, starring Zoë Nathenson, Robbie Coltrane and Bob Hoskins. It runs 1 hour 44 minutes and earned $5.8 million worldwide. It won 1 award from 11 nominations, one of them 1 Oscar nomination. Critics gave it 85 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 44m (104 min)
- Director
- Neil Jordan
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Island Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Mona Lisa About?
The premise of Mona Lisa without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After being released from prison, a man struggles to find his place and seeks a fresh start. He unexpectedly forms a complex relationship with a sophisticated escort, drawn together by shared vulnerabilities. Their connection deepens as they confront the challenges of navigating a world of deception, danger, and unexpected tenderness in a vibrant urban setting.
Mona Lisa Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- unrequited love
- doomed romance
- london england
- teenage prostitution
- lesbian
- chauffeur
- call girl
- london underworld
- white rabbit
- ex convict
- gangster
- female full frontal nudity
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- character says i'm sorry
- woman with a gun
- brighton england
- 1980s
- release from jail
- crime boss
- united kingdom
- great britain
- cockney
- lesbian lovers
- shot to death
- jaguar mark ii
- foot chase
- bondage gear
- slashed with a knife
- best friend
- beeper
- detective fiction fan
- spraying mace in someone's face
- one way mirror
- photography
- reference to the frog prince
- prison
- girl
- pornography as subject
- pornographic video as subject
- gun
- pornographic film as subject
- money
- tragedy drama
- sweating man
- title based on a song
- teenage girl
- rescued from a fight
- school uniform
- reference to a mystery novel
- bouquet
- happiness
Mona Lisa Cast
Zoë Nathenson leads the cast, with Robbie Coltrane and Bob Hoskins. Directed by Neil Jordan; 10 actors are credited in all.
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Director Neil Jordan
Also Starring in Mona Lisa
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Mona Lisa Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Mona Lisa 85 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.
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IMDb 7.3 /10
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Metacritic 85 Metascore
User score 7.3
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TMDB 69% User score
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Mona Lisa Plot Summary
What happens in Mona Lisa from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Under the opening titles, a man is seen crossing a bridge in London while carrying a package. He makes a brief stop at a florist to collect a bouquet before arriving at a modest rowhouse situated in a working-class neighborhood. Upon knocking on the door, he is greeted by a teenage girl in a school uniform named Jeannie, played by Zoë Nathenson. However, their meeting is abruptly interrupted by her mother, who storms out, shouting and cursing at him. The man retaliates, and their argument soon draws the attention of the neighbors, leading to a near altercation with one of them until he’s rescued by his best friend Thomas, portrayed by Robbie Coltrane.
Full summary
The whole story of Mona Lisa, scene by scene
Mona Lisa Box Office
Mona Lisa grossed $5.8 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$5.8M
- US & Canada
- $5.8M
Mona Lisa Awards & Nominations
Mona Lisa won 1 award from 11 nominations, one of them 1 Oscar nomination. Its biggest night was the BAFTA 1987, with 1 win from 6 nominations.
1 win11 nominations3 ceremonies
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BAFTA 1987 1 win · 6 nominations- Won Best Actor in a Leading Role – Bob Hoskins
- Nominated Best Actress in a Leading Role – Cathy Tyson
- Nominated Best Direction – Neil Jordan
- Nominated Best Editing
- Nominated Best Film – Neil Jordan
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Golden Globes 1987 4 nominations- Nominated Best Motion Picture – Drama
- Nominated Best Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama (Actor) – Bob Hoskins
- Nominated Best Screenplay – Neil Jordan
- Nominated Best Supporting Performance in a Motion Picture – Drama, Comedy or Musical (Supporting Actress) – Cathy Tyson
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Oscars 1987 1 nomination- Nominated Actor in a Leading Role – Bob Hoskins
Mona Lisa Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Mona Lisa.
How Well Do You Know Mona Lisa?
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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Who plays the protagonist George in the film?
Cars in Mona Lisa
40 cars on screen, including the 1962 Jaguar Mk.II and the 1980 Cadillac Seville.
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1962 Jaguar Mk.II Main role -
1980 Cadillac Seville Important role -
1953 Oldsmobile De Luxe 88 Important role -
1979 Ford Granada MkII Minor role
Mona Lisa Also Known As
5 alternative titles, including “Μόνα Λίζα” and “蒙娜丽莎”.
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- Μόνα Λίζα
- 蒙娜丽莎
- Мона Лиза
- 모나리자
- モナリザ
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Mona Lisa FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Mona Lisa, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Mona Lisa?
Mona Lisa runs 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).
When was Mona Lisa released?
Mona Lisa was released on June 13, 1986.
Who directed Mona Lisa?
Mona Lisa was directed by Neil Jordan.
More films by Neil Jordan Who is in the cast of Mona Lisa?
Mona Lisa stars Zoë Nathenson, Robbie Coltrane and Bob Hoskins, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Mona Lisa make at the box office?
Mona Lisa grossed $5.8 million worldwide.
How is Mona Lisa rated?
Mona Lisa has 7.3/10 on IMDb, 85 on Metacritic and 69% on TMDB.
What awards did Mona Lisa win?
Mona Lisa won 1 award from 11 nominations, including Best Actor in a Leading Role at the BAFTA 1987.
Does Mona Lisa have a post-credit scene?
No. Mona Lisa has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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