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Max Fischer is a social outcast at the posh Rushmore private school, which is populated by rich and obnoxious boys. Unsuccessful academically, he makes his mark through instigating dozens of clubs, inventing bizarre schemes, and on one occasion, putting on a harsh David Mamet-like play. He also falls for a much older teacher, Miss Cross, and when his infatuation is not returned, his schemes turn vengeful.... See Full Description
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Comedy, Drama and Romance |
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| Running Time: |
1 hr. 30 min. |
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| Release Date: |
December 11, 1998; February 5, 1999 Expands |
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| MPAA Rating: |
R for language and brief nudity. |
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| Distributors: |
Walt Disney Studios Distribution
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| U.S. Box Office: |
$17,096,053 |
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| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
B+
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Austin Chronicle, Marc Savlov
"There's something about Jason Schwartzman's face in Rushmore that makes you want to punch him or hug him..." more...
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B+ |
Chicago Sun-Times, Roger Ebert
"When plotting replaces stage-setting and character development, the air goes out of the movie." more...
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C+ |
Cincinnati Enquirer, Margaret A. McGurk
"...a delicious, twisted treat..." more...
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A- |
E! Online,
"...odd but amusing..." more...
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B |
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