After Hours

Name: After Hours
Director: Martin Scorsese
Genre: Comedy, Thriller, Drama
Released: 1985-01-01
Duration: 97 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Griffin Dunne, Rosanna Arquette, Verna Bloom, Tommy Chong, Linda Fiorentino

1985Dir. Martin Scorsese1h 37m

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Runtime1h 37m

Released1985

Budget$4.5M

Box office$10.6M

DirectorMartin Scorsese

About This Movie

After Hours is a wild ride through the night, capturing the essence of Manhattan’s underbelly. Scorsese expertly juggles dark comedy and thriller elements, creating a tense atmosphere that keeps you on edge. Griffin Dunne as Paul Hackett delivers a frantic performance, perfectly embodying that feeling of being in over your head. The film's pacing is relentless, with every odd character Paul encounters ratcheting up the absurdity. Plus, the practical effects have a raw quality that feels authentic, unlike many of today’s CGI-heavy films. It’s a unique blend of genres that showcases Scorsese's versatility and willingness to experiment. Definitely not your average romantic escapade.

Released by Warner Bros. in 1985.Shot on location in New York City.Features a score by Howard Shore.Cinematography by Michael Ballhaus.