The Mao Game (1999)

Growing up neurotic in a Hollywood family.

Director:

Joshua John Miller

Writers:

Joshua John Miller (novel), Joshua John Miller (screenplay)

Stars:

Veronica Alicino, Kirstie Alley, Shan Applegate

2 wins.

Cast

Credited cast:
Veronica Alicino	...	Gawking Tourist
Kirstie Alley	...	Diane Highland
Shan Applegate	...	Stuart - Agent
Sue Bernard
Ariane Von Kamp	...	Blonde Tourist
Piper Laurie	...	Ida Highland
Jodi Leesley	...	Grace
Joshua John Miller	...	Jordan Highland
Mary Thompson	...	Director

Storyline

A teenage actor called Jordan Highland is won as a prize in a card game between his actress mother and cancer-stricken grandmother. As her illness gets worse, Jordan and his grandmother take a road trip to the Nevada desert to spend time with each other.

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Plot Keywords:

actor | hollywood | actress | desert | dying | 

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

4 June 1999 (USA)

Company Credits

Technical Specs

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Connections

Spoofs Near Dark (1987)

User Reviews

A gripping film about relationships with a son and his mother and grandmother.

Joshua Miller's first attempt at directing is excellent! He made the film entertaining from beginning to end. I think Piper Laurie's work was oustanding! She made the character seem real. Kirstie Alley's performance was her best ever! She played her role so well it seemed effortless.