The Operator (2000)
The Operator (2000), directed by Jon Dichter, starring Michael Laurence and Jacqueline Kim.
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She's got your number.
Synopsis
A scoundrel is tormented by a seemingly-omniscent telephone operator.
- Bert GuthrieCinematography
- Jon DichterDirector, Writer
- Victor ZupancOriginal music
About the film
The Operator is a 2000 American film, starring Michael Laurence, Stephen Tobolowsky, Brion James, Brad Leland and Jacqueline Kim. It was written and directed by Jon Dichter.
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The Operator is a 2000 American film, starring Michael Laurence, Stephen Tobolowsky, Brion James, Brad Leland and Jacqueline Kim. It was written and directed by Jon Dichter.
Plot
A telephone operator resolves to takes revenge on a rude and impolite customer.
Cast
Michael Laurence as Gary Wheelan
Christa Miller as Janice Wheelan
Stephen Tobolowsky as Doc
Brion James as Vernon Woods
Brad Leland as Husband
Jacqueline Kim as The Operator
Reception
On Metacritic it has a score 44 out of 100, indicating "mixed or average reviews". On Rotten Tomatoes it holds a 45% score.
References
External links
The Operator at IMDb
The Operator at Moviefone
The Operator at All Movie
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Trivia
- The production budget was US$ 1.5 million.
- It premiered on March 4, 2000, a Saturday.
- It runs 1h42 — a typical feature length.
- This film's quiz has 12 questions — enough to play more than once without repeats.
Production
- StudiosBlack Wolf Productions, Operator Films LLC
- CountriesUnited States
- LanguagesEnglish
- BudgetUS$ 1,500,000
- StatusReleased
Cast
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Michael Laurence
Gary Wheelan -
Jacqueline Kim
The Operator -
Stephen Tobolowsky
Doc -
Brion James
Vernon Woods -
Brad Leland
Husband -
Lori Heuring
Christie -
Christa Miller
Janice Wheelan -
Bethany Wright
Housewife -
Khary Payton
Teen #1 -
Lilas Lane
Robin, Receptionist -
George Russo
Tom Gambuzza -
Lee Stringer
Artie - Melody Jones Shirley
- Elbert Lewis Mr. Jackson
- Gary Graves Doc's Enforcer
- Tariq Vlaun Teen #2
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Melinda Renna
Judge - Steve Ruge Seton
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John Beasley
Reverend James - Paul Pender Car Salesman
Quiz about this movie
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Dois Lados de um Crime
6.3
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Stretch
6.2
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171 Comedy from the 2000s
6.2
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O Pentelho
6.0
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Suburbicon: Bem-vindos ao Paraíso
5.9
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Linha Reta
6.2
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CQ Drama from the 2000s
5.9
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Onda de Violência
6.9
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Final de Semana em Família
6.3
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Últimas Notícias de Yuba County
5.9
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Ascensão do Cisne Negro
5.8
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Laços de Sangue
6.1
Crew
- Bert Guthrie Cinematography
- Jon Dichter Director
- Victor Zupanc Original music
- Jon Dichter Writer
Questions about this film
What is The Operator about?
The Operator: A scoundrel is tormented by a seemingly-omniscent telephone operator.
Who directed The Operator?
The Operator was directed by Jon Dichter in 2000.
Who stars in The Operator?
The cast of The Operator includes Michael Laurence, Jacqueline Kim, Stephen Tobolowsky, Brion James and Brad Leland.
How long is The Operator?
The Operator runs for 102 minutes, or 1h42.
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