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Desc | Comedian/actor David Cross at the 2007 Plug Awards, Irving Plaza, NYC |
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1997 science fiction comedy film
Men in Black
Released | 11 July 1997 (25 years, 11 months ago) |
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Director | Tim Allen and Barry Sonnenfeld |
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Duration | 94 minutes |
Awards | Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling |
Genre | action film, science fiction film, comic science fiction, buddy film, buddy cop film and comedy film |
Nominated for | Academy Award for Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Academy Award for Best Production Design and Academy Award for Best Original Musical or Comedy Score |
Composer | Danny Elfman |
Production company | Amblin Entertainment |
Country of origin | United States of America |
Screenwriter | Ed Solomon |
Producer | Laurie MacDonald and Walter F. Parkes |
About Men in Black
Men in Black is a sci-fi comedy film that took the world by storm in 1997. Directed by Barry Sonnenfeld and starring Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones, the film follows the adventures of two secret agents who protect Earth from extraterrestrial threats. The film's witty humor, impressive special effects, and memorable characters have made it a beloved classic.
Will Smith shines as Agent J, a street-smart NYPD officer who is recruited by the Men in Black organization. Tommy Lee Jones plays Agent K, a veteran agent who shows J the ropes and helps him navigate the world of aliens and intergalactic diplomacy. The chemistry between the two actors is electric, and their banter is a highlight of the film.
The film's special effects are also a standout feature. From the shape-shifting aliens to the flashy weapons and gadgets, Men in Black is a visual feast. The film won an Academy Award for Best Makeup and was nominated for Best Art Direction.
Men in Black was a commercial success, grossing over $589 million worldwide. It spawned two sequels, an animated series, and a comic book series. The film's popularity also led to a theme park ride at Universal Studios.
Overall, Men in Black is a fun and entertaining film that has stood the test of time. Its humor, action, and memorable characters have made it a beloved classic of the sci-fi genre.
References:
- "Men in Black (1997)" IMDb, https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119654/
- "Men in Black (film)" Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Men_in_Black_(film)
Cast and crew
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Will Smith
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David Cross
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Vincent D'Onofrio
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Tony Shalhoub
American actor

Rip Torn
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Tommy Lee Jones
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Linda Fiorentino
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Verne Troyer
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Becky Ann Baker
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Siobhan Fallon Hogan
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Isaac Mizrahi
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Debbie Lee Carrington
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Jon Gries
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Barry Sonnenfeld
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Carel Struycken
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Patrick Breen
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Fredric Lehne
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Willie C. Carpenter
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Tim Blaney
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