Center of the World (2001)
Release Year: 2001
Nation: United States
Alternative Title: The Center of the World, El centro del mundo, O Centro do Mundo, Le centre de l'univers, Macht der Begierde
Director: Wayne Wang
Writer: Ellen Benjamin Wong, Miranda July, Paul Auster, Siri Hustvedt, Wayne Wang
Production & Genre
Producer: Producer: Peter Newman, Wayne Wang
Co-Producer: Andrew Loo, Francey Grace, Heidi Levitt
Executive Producer: Greg Johnson, Ira Deutchman
Companies: Artisan Entertainment, Redeemable Features
Budget: N/A
Awards & Similar
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Keywords
Keywords: eroticism
Story
In 'Center of the World', a young businessman named Richard (played by Sean Penn) checks into a suite in Las Vegas with an exotic dancer named Debra (played by Mila Kunis). This arrangement comes about due to Richard's offer of $10,000 for three nights together in exchange for companionship and intimacy without penetration. Their agreement stipulates four hours per night dedicated to erotic play. During their time in Las Vegas, they explore the city together during the day, meeting Debra's friend, but their interactions become more complex at night as their feelings towards each other evolve.
Summary
Directed by Wayne Wang and released in 2001, 'Center of the World' is a drama- romantic film that revolves around the unconventional relationship between its two lead characters. The movie explores themes of connection, loneliness, and desire through the lens of an erotic encounter facilitated by financial transaction. However, as the story progresses, it delves into whether their connection can transcend the initial monetary agreement.
