IMDb > El maquinista (2004)
El maquinista
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotes
Overview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv schedule
Awards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage board
Plot & Quotes
plot summarysynopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotes
Fun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQ
Other Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDesk
Promotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo gallery
External Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clips

El maquinista (2004) More at IMDbPro »

Photos (see all 33 | slideshow) Videos (see all 11 NEW)
El maquinista (2004) -- An industrial worker who hasn't slept in a year begins to doubt his own sanity
El maquinista (2004) -- An industrial worker who hasn't slept in a year begins to doubt his own sanity
El maquinista (2004) -- An industrial worker who hasn't slept in a year begins to doubt his own sanity
El maquinista (2004) -- ZuGuide.com - Trailer (Flash)
El maquinista (2004) -- Trailerfan.com - Trailer (Flash)

Overview

User Rating:
7.8/10   58,786 votes
MOVIEmeter: ?
Up 6% in popularity this week. See why on IMDbPro.
Director:
Brad Anderson
Writer (WGA):
Scott Kosar (written by)
Contact:
View company contact information for The Machinist on IMDbPro.
Release Date:
11 November 2004 (Germany) more
Genre:
Mystery | Thriller more
Tagline:
How do you wake up from a nightmare, when you're not asleep? more
Plot:
An industrial worker who hasn't slept in a year begins to doubt his own sanity full summary | full synopsis
Awards:
7 wins & 8 nominations more
NewsDesk:
(70 articles)
Exclusive photo: The Crazies love Fango!
 (From Fangoria. 22 October 2009, 11:52 AM, PDT)

Exorcismus gets rolling in Spain
 (From Fangoria. 20 October 2009, 12:49 PM, PDT)

User Comments:
Very effective thriller more (372 total)

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

Christian Bale ... Trevor Reznik

Jennifer Jason Leigh ... Stevie
Aitana Sánchez-Gijón ... Marie
John Sharian ... Ivan

Michael Ironside ... Miller

Larry Gilliard Jr. ... Jackson (as Larry Gilliard)

Reg E. Cathey ... Jones
Anna Massey ... Mrs. Shrike
Matthew Romero Moore ... Nicholas (as Matthew Romero)
Robert Long ... Supervisor Furman

Colin Stinton ... Inspector Rogers

Craig Stevenson ... Tucker
Ferran Lahoz ... Gonzales
Jeremy Xido ... Evangelisti
Norman Bell ... DMV Clerk
more
Create a character page for: ?

Additional Details

Also Known As:
The Machinist (International: English title) (UK) (USA)
more
MPAA:
Rated R for violence and disturbing images, sexuality and language.
Runtime:
101 min | Turkey:94 min (TV version)
Country:
Spain
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
2.35 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Dolby Digital | DTS
Filming Locations:
Barcelona, Cataluña, Spain
Company:
Filmax Group more

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
A fish's head is mounted in the "Boiler Room" bar. more
Goofs:
Revealing mistakes: The same RV that is in front of Miller's house, is used in another scene, where Trevor is existing the tunnel, and nearly hits an RV. It is the same RV. more
Quotes:
[first lines]
Ivan: Who are you?
more
Movie Connections:
Featured in The Machinist: Breaking the Rules (2005) (V) more
Soundtrack:
Last Call more

FAQ

Why did he wash his hands with bleach?
What is the actual plot of this film?
Who is Ivan?
more
38 out of 48 people found the following comment useful.
Very effective thriller, 21 September 2005
10/10
Author: kakihara83 from Canada

Though it's obviously not for everyone, The Machinist is one hell of a movie! I actually study the field of psychology at school. I really enjoy reading Freud's theories. What I'm saying is, from a psychological point of view, this movie makes sense. Everything is so perfectly done you feel involved with the main character more and more every single minute. You drown with him. You like him, you hate him, you think he's crazy, but you're in the ride with the guy and you have to stay until the end. And what en ending! I won't spoil anything. How could I? This movie is a living nightmare from the beginning to the very end. It's a trip straight to hell! The performance by Christian Bale (American Psycho, Batman Begins) is absolutely terrific. I don't know how he got so skinny and I guess I don't want to know. All the actors are great, but Bale really shines! The directing and editing are equally amazing, and the story's just awesome. I'm not a big fan of psychological horror films. I'm usually looking more for blood and guts. But here the real horrors are in the head of one psycho dude. So, unlike usual horror films, it's a movie to watch with your brain on and you'll have a scary good time!!

Was the above comment useful to you?
more (372 total)

Message Boards

Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for El maquinista (2004)
Recent Posts (updated daily)User
Which was filmed first? (SPOILER!) yousuke_kobayashi
Psychological sub genre in movies and books kim-augustine
What would be the worst april fools prank on Trevor Reznik? lawfowler
Trevor isn't that much of a horrible person (SPOILER) yousuke_kobayashi
Whats the longest you havent slept for? coye
What? icanseehimrightnow
more

Recommendations

If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
- - - - -
Boy A Don't Look Now Hollywoodland My Own Private Idaho Jesus' Son
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
Show more recommendations

Related Links

Full cast and crew Company credits External reviews
News articles IMDb Mystery section IMDb Spain section
Add this title to MyMovies

You may report errors and omissions on this page to the IMDb database managers. They will be examined and if approved will be included in a future update. Clicking the 'Update' button will take you through a step-by-step process.