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7.5Trevor, an insomniac lathe operator, experiences unusual occurrences at work and home. A strange man follows him everywhere, but no one else seems to notice him.
Released: 2004-09-24102 minDir: Brad AndersonThriller, Drama
Cast
- Christian Bale as Trevor Reznik
- Jennifer Jason Leigh as Stevie
- Aitana Sánchez-Gijón as Marie
- John Sharian as Ivan
- Michael Ironside as Miller
- Lawrence Gilliard Jr. as Jackson
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The Machinist is a 2004 psychological thriller film directed by Brad Anderson and written by Scott Kosar. It stars Christian Bale as the title character, a machinist struggling with paranoia and delusion after being unable to sleep for an entire year. Jennifer Jason Leigh, Aitana Sánchez-Gijón, John Sharian, and Michael Ironside appear in supporting roles.
The film drew attention due to Bale's commitment, having lost 62 pounds (28 kg) in preparation for his role. Upon release, The Machinist was well received by critics, with praise for Bale's performance, and grossed $8.2 million on a $5 million budget. In later years it has gained a cult status.
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