The Pornographer (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 2001, The Pornographer is a drama film directed by Bertrand Bonello, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. Jacques Laurent made pornographic films in the 1970s and '80s, but had put that aside for 20 years. His artistic ideas, born of the '60s counter-culture, had elevated the entire genre. Older and paunchier, he is now directing a porno again. Jacques's artistry clashes with his financially-troubled producer's ideas about shooting hard-core sex. Jacques has been estranged from his son Joseph for years, since the son first learned the nature of the family business. They are now speaking again. Joseph and his friends want to recapture the idealism of 1968 with a protest. Separated from his wife, Jacques strives for personal renewal with plans to build a new house by himself...
Who’s in it. The Pornographer stars Jacky Wong Shu-Hei as Man Yu-Hang (Jimmy), Jean-Pierre Léaud as Jacques Laurent, Wong Hei as Ko Ching and Ha Yu as Ko Chi-Tim, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, The Pornographer has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $126 at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Pornographer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Pornographer tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Pornographer (2001)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Pornographer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Pornographer worth watching?
- The Pornographer holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Pornographer?
- The Pornographer stars Jacky Wong Shu-Hei, Jean-Pierre Léaud, Wong Hei, Ha Yu and Yoyo Mung.
- When was The Pornographer released?
- The Pornographer was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.