Cultural critic David Kepesh finds his life -- which he indicates is a state of "emancipated manhood" -- thrown into tragic disarray by Consuela Castillo, a well-mannered student who awakens a sense of sexual possessiveness in her teacher.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Penélope CruzConsuela Castillo | Consuela Castillo |
 Ben KingsleyDavid Kepesh | David Kepesh |
 Patricia ClarksonCarolyn | Carolyn |
 Peter SarsgaardKenneth Kepesh | Kenneth Kepesh |
 Dennis HopperGeorge O'Hearn | George O'Hearn |
 Sonja BennettBeth | Beth |
 Chelah HorsdalSusan Reese | Susan Reese |
 Shaker PalejaKris Banjee | Kris Banjee |
 Charlie RoseCharlie Rose | Charlie Rose |
 Kris PopeConsuela's Brother | Consuela's Brother |
 Debbie HarryAmy O'Hearn | Amy O'Hearn |
 Antonio CupoYounger Man | Younger Man |
 Michelle Harrison2nd Student | 2nd Student |
| EEmily Holmes1st Student | 1st Student |
 Marci T. HouseAdministration Nurse | Administration Nurse |
 Tiffany Lyndall-KnightActor #2 in Play | Actor #2 in Play |
 Tania SaulnierGeorge's Girlfriend | George's Girlfriend |
 Julian RichingsActor in Play #1 | Actor in Play #1 |
 Alessandro JulianiActor #3 in Play | Actor #3 in Play |