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Irrational Man

Irrational Man

20156.51h 35m

Overview

On a small town college campus, a philosophy professor in existential crisis gives his life new purpose when he enters into a relationship with his student.

Directed by Woody Allen
Written by Woody Allen
Produced by Letty Aronson, Stephen Tenenbaum, Edward Walson
Box OfficeBudget: $11.0MRevenue: $27.4M

Top Cast

Joaquin Phoenix

Joaquin Phoenix

Abe

Emma Stone

Emma Stone

Jill

Jamie Blackley

Jamie Blackley

Roy

Parker Posey

Parker Posey

Rita

Joe Stapleton

Joe Stapleton

Professor

Jack Haven

Jack Haven

Braylin Student

Ethan Phillips

Ethan Phillips

Jill's Father

Betsy Aidem

Betsy Aidem

Jill's Mother

Paula Plum

Paula Plum

College President

A

Allison Gallerani

Braylin Student

Themes & Keywords

collegerhode island

About Irrational Man

Irrational Man is a drama, comedy film released in 2015 exploring themes of college, rhode island. Directed by Woody Allen, it stars Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone, Jamie Blackley. On a small town college campus, a philosophy professor in existential crisis gives his life new purpose when he enters into a relationship with his student.

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