Tennessee (2008)

The story of three people who strive to realize their dreams. Brothers Carter and Ellis set out on a road trip to their childhood home in a desperate search for their estranged father, who may hold the key to their future.

Director:

Aaron Woodley

Writer:

Russell Schaumburg

Stars:

Adam Rothenberg, Ethan Peck, Mariah Carey

Cast

Credited cast:
Adam Rothenberg	...	Carter
Ethan Peck	...	Ellis
Mariah Carey	...	Krystal
Lance Reddick	...	Frank
Ryan Lynn	...	Carter - age 18
Michele Harris	...	Karen
Bill Sage	...	Roy
Melissa Benoist	...	Laurel - age 18
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Michele Ammon	...	Police Dispatcher (voice)
Christopher Andrews	...	Jackson
Jerry Biggs	...	Manager
Ellie Braverman	...	Woman in Line
Donna Brazier	...	Nurse
Forrest Broadley	...	Groundskeeper
Chris Browning	...	Bouncer

Storyline

The story of three people who strive to realize their dreams. Brothers Carter and Ellis set out on a road trip to their childhood home in a desperate search for their estranged father, who may hold the key to their future.

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Plot Keywords:

road trip | brother brother relationship | abusive husband | singing | tennessee | 

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Taglines:

There is always one last chance

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Genres:

Adventure | Comedy | Drama | Romance

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language

Details

Official Sites:

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

26 April 2008 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Dunlap, Tennessee, USA

Box Office

Opening Weekend:

$9,438 (USA) (5 June 2009)

Gross:

$15,979 (USA) (19 June 2009)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Lee Daniels Entertainment, Smokewood Entertainment Group

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

The Romanian director Bogdan George Apetri was asked to direct at one point.

User Reviews

Dusty Dukatz - Production Supervisor

Under the direction of Dusty Dukatz the magic of this film comes to life.

Many times when a person from the general public goes to see a film, they never take into account the reason why it is as good as it is to view. Well the reason is not only the story line from the writers perspective but the people behind the making of it as well.

In the case of "Tennessee", I had the opportunity to be there while Dusty Dukatz spun his magic in directing certain scenes in this production.

Many times during the days I was able to witness Mr. Dukatz and his expertise; I saw a determined individual with a huge responsibility put together a crew of professionals along with actors and the background extras to make each scene come off without additional retakes.

Dusty's genius in putting action to film is amazing. I hope in the near future more film producers and production companies realize Dustys huge talent in helping make the magic of film become completed as the final product for the coveted viewing audiences.

Just as Mr. Wayne Newton has the title of "Mr. Las Vegas" Dusty Dukatz should retain the title of "Mr. Magic" because of his knowledge and experience in creating a movie. Great job Dusty looking forward to working with you again.

-New Mexico Casting-