The Bonfire of the Vanities
"Take one Wall Street tycoon, his Fifth Avenue mistress, a reporter hungry for fame, and make the wrong turn in The Bronx...then sit back and watch the sparks fly."
Originally released in 1990. The Bonfire of the Vanities is a comedy/drama film. directed by Brian De Palma. With a runtime of 2h 5m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Tom Hanks, Bruce Willis, and Melanie Griffith
Synopsis
After his mistress runs over a black teen, a Wall Street hotshot sees his life unravel in the spotlight; A down-and-out reporter breaks the story and opportunists clamber to use it to their advantage.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 21, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
2h 5m
125 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (522 votes)
Budget
$47M
Production budget
Box Office
$15.7M
0.3x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $47,000,000
- Revenue
- $15,691,192
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Bonfire of the Vanities about?
After his mistress runs over a black teen, a Wall Street hotshot sees his life unravel in the spotlight; A down-and-out reporter breaks the story and opportunists clamber to use it to their advantage.
Who directed The Bonfire of the Vanities?
The Bonfire of the Vanities was directed by Brian De Palma.
How long is The Bonfire of the Vanities?
The Bonfire of the Vanities has a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes (125 minutes total).
When was The Bonfire of the Vanities released?
The Bonfire of the Vanities was released on December 21, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Bonfire of the Vanities?
The main cast of The Bonfire of the Vanities includes Tom Hanks, Bruce Willis, Melanie Griffith, Kim Cattrall, Saul Rubinek.
Is The Bonfire of the Vanities worth watching?
The Bonfire of the Vanities has a user rating of 5.6/10 based on 522 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.