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The Source (1999): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

The Source (1999) movie poster

The Source is a 1999 biographical documentary directed by Chuck Workman, starring Dennis Hopper, Johnny Depp and John Turturro. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $362,649 worldwide. Critics gave it 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.0/10.

IMDb rating
4.0/10
worldwide gross
$362.6K
Metascore
66
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The Source (1999) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Chuck Workman
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Source About?

The premise of The Source without spoilers.

This quirky documentary explores a unique tradition in a small village, where a charming but unusual competition unfolds between men and women. As the annual event approaches, the men face a demanding trial at a distant well, hoping to prove their strength and win the admiration of the women they desire. The escalating tensions create a playful but captivating look at relationships and village life.

The Source Themes & Keywords

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  • high school
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  • bully
  • telepathy
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  • spiritual healing
  • independent film
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Cast & crew

The Source Cast

Dennis Hopper leads the cast, with Johnny Depp and John Turturro. Directed by Chuck Workman.

Ratings

The Source Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Source 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.0/10.

Box office

The Source Box Office

The Source grossed $362,649 worldwide.

1999 box office

Worldwide gross

$362.6K

US & Canada
$362.6K
Videos

The Source Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Source.

The Source: The Story of the Beats and the Beat Generation

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FAQ

The Source FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

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

How long is The Source?

The Source runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was The Source released?

The Source was released on October 15, 1999.

Who directed The Source?

The Source was directed by Chuck Workman.

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Who is in the cast of The Source?

The Source stars Dennis Hopper, Johnny Depp and John Turturro.

How much did The Source make at the box office?

The Source grossed $362,649 worldwide.

How is The Source rated?

The Source has 4.0/10 on IMDb, 66 on Metacritic and 51% on TMDB.

Does The Source have a post-credit scene?

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

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