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The Learning Curve (2001): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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The Learning Curve is a 2001 drama thriller directed by Eric Schwab, starring Carmine Giovinazzo and Norbert Weisser. It runs 1 hour 53 minutes. Critics gave it 16 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.1/10.

IMDb rating
5.1/10
Metascore
16
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The Learning Curve (2001) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 53m (113 min)
Director
Eric Schwab
Genres
Drama , Thriller , Crime
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Learning Curve About?

The premise of The Learning Curve without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A janitor's courageous act unexpectedly triggers a series of events involving deception and the pursuit of opportunity. He finds himself partnering with a charismatic woman to exploit vulnerable men, initially achieving surprising success. However, as the risks escalate, their actions increasingly compromise their integrity, jeopardizing their carefully constructed scheme and forcing them to confront the consequences of their choices.

The Learning Curve Themes & Keywords

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  • bare chested male
  • boxer shorts
  • fbi federal bureau of investigation
  • young
  • scam
  • drinking
  • rape
  • record company
  • janitor
  • debut film
  • pickup
  • gun
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  • drug use
  • hush money
  • blackmail
  • sting operation
  • bar
  • independent film
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Cast & crew

The Learning Curve Cast

Carmine Giovinazzo leads the cast, with Norbert Weisser. Directed by Eric Schwab.

Ratings

The Learning Curve Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Learning Curve 16 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.1/10.

Plot

The Learning Curve Plot Summary

What happens in The Learning Curve from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

As Paul Cleveland, portrayed by Carmine Giovinazzo, defends himself against an assailant, he unexpectedly forges a profound connection with Georgia, a character played by Monet Mazur. This instinctive response ignites the beginnings of an unspoken bond amidst the chaos of their first encounter. Together, they delve into a series of high-stakes scams, breaking away from Cleveland’s monotonous life as a hospital orderly. His entrepreneurial spirit, once dormant, starts to thrive alongside Georgia as they devise a cunning plan to deceive Marshal, a savvy record company mogul embodied by Vincent Ventresca, who possesses a sprawling financial empire.

Initially, their scheme seems to be bearing fruit, but the situation swiftly spirals into darkness when Marshal unveils his ulterior motives.

Full summary

The whole story of The Learning Curve, scene by scene

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Videos

The Learning Curve Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Learning Curve.

The Learning Curve (2001) - Movie Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Learning Curve?

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 does Paul Cleveland do for a living at the beginning of the film?

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FAQ

The Learning Curve FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Learning Curve, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Learning Curve?

The Learning Curve runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).

When was The Learning Curve released?

The Learning Curve was released on October 5, 2001.

Who directed The Learning Curve?

The Learning Curve was directed by Eric Schwab.

More films by Eric Schwab

Who is in the cast of The Learning Curve?

The Learning Curve stars Carmine Giovinazzo and Norbert Weisser.

How is The Learning Curve rated?

The Learning Curve has 5.1/10 on IMDb, 16 on Metacritic and 50% on TMDB.

Does The Learning Curve have a post-credit scene?

No. The Learning Curve has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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