The Favor (2007)

Lawrence (played by Frank Wood), a photographer living on his own in New Jersey, rekindles a relationship with his old flame Caroline (played by Paige Turco) shortly before she dies in an ... See full summary »

Director:

Eva Aridjis

Writer:

Eva Aridjis

Stars:

Frank Wood, Ryan Donowho, Paige Turco

2 wins.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Frank Wood	...	Lawrence
Ryan Donowho	...	Johnny
Paige Turco	...	Caroline
Isidra Vega	...	Mariana
Paul Lazar	...	Mr. Smith
Michael Higgins	...	Mr. Ritter
Luke Robertson	...	Young Lawrence
Laura Breckenridge	...	Young Caroline
Wally Dunn	...	Dr. Charles
Sterling K. Brown	...	Policeman #1
Jesse Kelly	...	Carter
Aldo Perez	...	Harris
Marceline Hugot	...	History Teacher
Aurélia Thiérrée	...	Photo Shop Girl (as Aurelia Thierree)
Richard M. Davidson	...	Principal Foreman

Storyline

Lawrence (played by Frank Wood), a photographer living on his own in New Jersey, rekindles a relationship with his old flame Caroline (played by Paige Turco) shortly before she dies in an accident. Her 16 year-old son Johnny (played by Ryan Donowho) has nowhere to go and Lawrence takes him in. Lawrence tries hard to be a father to Johnny but Johnny repeatedly rejects him and wreaks havoc in his home. Many dramatic and comedic events unfold, involving Johnny's love interest Mariana (played by Isidra Vega), Johnny's drug dealer (played by Jesse Kelly), Johnny's real father (played by Aldo Perez), and Lawrence's dog (played by Nikki). "The Favor" features songs by The Cure, The Troggs, The Stone Roses, Interpol, Nikki Sudden, Blondie, The Cascades, Chris Montez, The Jacobites & The Garretts.

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

Mexico USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

19 October 2007 (Mexico)

Filming Locations:

Bayonne High School - Avenue A & 28th Street, Bayonne, New Jersey, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$750,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Dark Night Pictures, Televisión Azteca (TV Azteca)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

110 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

User Reviews

A wonderful surprise

I saw this movie by chance on IFC a few days ago. It was a delight. The premise is really interesting and the acting is superb.This film is Eva Aridjis's first feature and it was a wonderful surprise to discover that she is a greatly talented young director, whose style is already very accomplished and refined. Everything in this film is made with a loving, expert and sensitive hand. From the choice of the locations to the use of the music, the superb editing and the wonderful dialog. The characters are all very interesting and poignant. The strong performances made me want to see more of those actors. I am looking forward to the next feature by Eva Aridjis.