Almost Paris is a 2016 American comedy-drama film directed by Domenica Cameron-Scorsese and starring Wally Marzano-Lesnevich, Michael Sorvino and Abigail Hawk.[1] It is Cameron-Scorsese's feature directorial debut.[2][3]
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| Directed by | Domenica Cameron-Scorsese |
| Written by | Wally Marzano-Lesnevich |
| Produced by | Wally Marzano-Lesnevich Michael Sorvino |
| Starring | Wally Marzano-Lesnevich Michael Sorvino Abigail Hawk |
| Distributed by | Freestyle Digital Media |
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| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Plot
editSet after the 2008 mortgage crisis, the film follows Max, a former banker who returns to his hometown after losing his job. His past actions in the financial sector have contributed to the economic difficulties of people in his community. As he attempts to rebuild his life, Max takes a position at a local bank, where he faces ethical challenges while dealing with clients in financial distress. His return also brings him into conflict with family members and former acquaintances affected by his earlier decisions. Over time, Max seeks to repair these relationships and reassess his role within the community.
Cast
edit- Wally Marzano-Lesnevich
- Susan Varon
- Joanna P. Adler
- Ryan McCarthy
- Adam LeFevre
- Abigail Hawk
- Adrian Martinez
- Michael Sorvino
Release
editThe film premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 24, 2016.[4] Freestyle Digital Media acquired North American distribution rights to the film in November 2017.[2] The film was released in theaters and on digital platforms on January 9, 2018.[2]
Reception
editAlan Ng of Film Threat awarded the film two stars out of five.[5]
References
edit- ↑ Anderton, Ethan (November 30, 2016). "'Almost Paris' Trailer: An Indie Family Drama Directed By Martin Scorsese's Daughter". Slash Film. Retrieved December 9, 2020.
- 1 2 3 N'Duka, Amanda (November 6, 2017). "Freestyle Digital Picks Up Domenica Cameron-Scorsese's 'Almost Paris' – AFM". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved December 9, 2020.
- ↑ Grater, Tom (November 30, 2016). "WATCH: first trailer for Domenica Cameron-Scorsese's debut 'Almost Paris'". Screen Daily. Retrieved December 9, 2020.
- ↑ Gilmore, Corey (April 22, 2016). "Domenica Cameron-Scorsese: Why It Took 10 Years To Make Her Jump to Feature Film Directing". IndieWire. Retrieved December 9, 2020.
- ↑ Ng, Alan (May 31, 2018). "Almost Paris". Film Threat. Retrieved December 9, 2020.