Julien Donkey-Boy
“A fascinating journey into the mind of an adolescent schizophrenic.”
Undiagnosed, untreated and generally untethered schizophrenic Julien lives with his pregnant younger sister, anorexic aspiring wrestler brother, sympathetic grandmother, and severely depressed and abusive German father.
Where to watch Julien Donkey-Boy in United States
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Where is Julien Donkey-Boy streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | — |
| United Kingdom | — | Amazon Video |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | — |
About Julien Donkey-Boy
Julien Donkey-Boy is a 1999 English-language drama film directed by Harmony Korine. The cast is led by Ewen Bremner, Chloë Sevigny, Werner Herzog. It has a runtime of 1h 40m. Viewers rate it 7.0/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.
Julien Donkey-Boy was produced by 391 Productions, Forensic Films, and Independent Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on October 15, 1999, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $1 million, it went on to gross $0 million worldwide.
- Director
- Harmony Korine
- Writers
- Harmony Korine
- Release date
- October 15, 1999
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $1 million
- Box office
- $0 million
- Production
- 391 Productions, Forensic Films, Independent Pictures
Julien Donkey-Boy cast & crew
Julien Donkey-Boy was directed by Harmony Korine and written by Harmony Korine.
The cast features Ewen Bremner as Julien, Chloë Sevigny as Pearl, Werner Herzog as Father, Evan Neumann as Chris, Joyce Korine as Grandmama, and Alvin Law as Card-Playing Neighbor.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Anthony Dod Mantle and it was produced by Scott Macaulay and Robin O'Hara.
Is Julien Donkey-Boy worth watching?
Julien Donkey-Boy holds an audience score of 7.0/10 from 121 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 1h 40m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama, Julien Donkey-Boy is worth a place on your watchlist.
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Cast of Julien Donkey-Boy
Ewen Bremner
Julien
Chloë Sevigny
Pearl
Werner Herzog
Father
Evan Neumann
Chris
Joyce Korine
Grandmama
Alvin Law
Card-Playing Neighbor
Brian Fisk
Pond boy
Miriram Martinez
Teenage Girl
Edgar Erikkson
Bearded Man
James Moix
Dancing Man
Victor Varnado
Rapper
Oliver A. Bueno
Bowler
Julien Donkey-Boy — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Julien Donkey-Boy in United States?
Julien Donkey-Boy is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸Is Julien Donkey-Boy on Criterion Channel?
Yes — Julien Donkey-Boy is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is Julien Donkey-Boy in?
Julien Donkey-Boy is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Julien Donkey-Boy?
Julien Donkey-Boy runs 1 hours 40 minutes (100 minutes).
▸What is Julien Donkey-Boy rated?
Julien Donkey-Boy is rated R. It holds a 7.0/10 audience score from 121 ratings.
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