Speaking Parts
film by Egoyan [1989]
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Speaking Parts is a 1989 film by Canadian director Atom Egoyan. The movie centers on a hotel employee who is given the opportunity to star in a film. Egoyan is known for his character studies, often exploring themes of technology's impact on experience and the complexities of human relationships. His films frequently draw from his Armenian heritage and family experiences.1
A "speaking part" in a dramatic context refers to a role that includes lines to be spoken.2
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