Breaking Up (1997 film)
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| Directed by | Robert Greenwald |
| Screenplay by | Michael Cristofer |
| Based on | Breaking Up by Michael Cristofer |
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| Cinematography | Mauro Fiore |
| Edited by | Suzanne Hines |
| Music by | Mark Mothersbaugh |
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| Distributed by | Warner Bros. |
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Running time | 89 minutes[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Box office | $11,690 |
Breaking Up is a 1997 American romantic drama film directed by Robert Greenwald and written by Michael Cristofer, based on his stage play of the same name. The film stars Russell Crowe and Salma Hayek as Steve and Monica, a couple whose relationship leads to an out-of-the-blue marriage. It was released in the United States by Warner Bros. on October 17, 1997.
Plot
Cast
- Russell Crowe as Steve
- Salma Hayek as Monica
- Abraham Alvarez as the Minister
Reception
Ken Eisner of Variety magazine wrote: "Russell Crowe and Salma Hayek make attractive leads, but they have neither the marquee power nor the requisite chemistry to keep Breaking Up from getting left at the altar of general distribution."[2]
References
- ^ "Breaking Up (15)". British Board of Film Classification. November 21, 1997. Retrieved March 20, 2026.
- ^ Eisner, Ken (June 29, 1997). "Breaking Up". Variety.