Being John Malkovich
One day at work, unsuccessful puppeteer Craig finds a portal into the head of actor John Malkovich. The portal soon becomes a passion for anybody who enters its mad and controlling world of overtaking another human body.
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Frequently asked questions about Being John Malkovich
What is Being John Malkovich about?
One day at work, unsuccessful puppeteer Craig finds a portal into the head of actor John Malkovich. The portal soon becomes a passion for anybody who enters its mad and controlling world of overtaking another human body.
Who stars in Being John Malkovich?
Being John Malkovich stars John Cusack, Cameron Diaz, John Malkovich, Catherine Keener, and Orson Bean.
When did Being John Malkovich come out?
Being John Malkovich was released in 1999.
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