The Brown Bunny
Seen it?2003 | 93 min | Drama
Weeknight WatchWhy it’s a Weeknight Watch
It's still drawing plenty of interest, but middling reviews (47% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 5.3 out of 10 from audiences held it back. Fine if it's on; don't plan your night around it.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 33 min.
- What might put you off
- Nothing much for most grown-ups.
Bud Clay races motorcycles in the 250cc Formula II class of road racing. After a race in New Hampshire, he has five days to get to his next race in California. During his road trip, he is haunted by memories of the last time he saw Daisy, his true love.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsBelow par
47% on Rotten Tomatoes, 51 on Metacritic
- AudiencesBelow par
5.3 out of 10
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 1 Cannes award.
- Box office & staying powerBelow par
$10 million worldwide on a $100K budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 371K people sought it out in the past year
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Cast & crew
Directed by Vincent Gallo
- Vincent GalloBud Clay
- Chloë SevignyDaisy Lemon
- Cheryl TiegsLilly
- Elizabeth BlakeRose
- Anna VareschiViolet
- Mary MoraskyMrs. Lemon
- Jeffrey WoodFeatured Racer
- Eric WoodFeatured Racer
- Michael MartireFeatured Racer
- Rick DoucetteFeatured Racer