At Sachem Farm (1998)

Ross, a self-absorbed and determined young man, plans to sell off his family's priceless wine collection to finance his purchase of a substantial mining interest which promises to make him ... See full summary »

Director:

John Huddles

Writer:

John Huddles

Stars:

Minnie Driver, Nigel Hawthorne, Rufus Sewell

Cast

Credited cast:
Minnie Driver	...	Kendal
Nigel Hawthorne	...	Uncle Cullen
Rufus Sewell	...	Ross
Amelia Heinle	...	Laurie
Michael E. Rodgers	...	Paul
Keone Young	...	Mr. Tang
Gregory Sporleder	...	Tom
Chalvay Srichoom	...	Cha
Malana Lea	...	Maya (as Elizabeth Tsing)
Jim Beaver	...	Foreman
Greg Grunberg	...	Delivery Man
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Julieanne O'Connor	...	Bar Patron (as Julieanne Younghans)

Storyline

Ross, a self-absorbed and determined young man, plans to sell off his family's priceless wine collection to finance his purchase of a substantial mining interest which promises to make him rich. However, standing in his way is his eccentric Uncle Cullen, who has much different and much more bizarre plans for the family estate.

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Plot Keywords:

independent film | 

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Taglines:

A story of love and redemption

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Genres:

Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for some language

Did You Know?

Trivia

Director John Huddles told Producer Dan Grodnik they shouldn't shoot this movie in March, especially in the hills, because of the severe rains that were forecast. Grodnik said he only had a small window of availability for Minnie Driver and had to schedule this movie for that time. Grodnik went on to tell Huddles not to worry about a little rain. One rainy afternoon Grodnik got a call from his Line Producer saying the weather had become impossible in which to shoot. Grodnik told him to continue anyway. The Line Producer said he would like to, but the grip truck just washed away down a gully.

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Quotes

Kendal: Ross! There's a disaster brewing on the roof!

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Connections

Referenced in Rewind This! (2013)

User Reviews

Very Much Enjoyable

I rented this film for one main reason, because I am a fan of Rufus Sewell, what I ended up getting out of it is so much more than just a great performance by him, but a very good film. What I admired most about it is the way it was shot, it has very clever and yet simple camera moves. The plot sways between everyday realism, and the kind of chance some dream of. It was undeniably lovely, a gem. I have never felt that a movie deserved those terms more. It's a pity not that many people will ever get to see it, and even if they did, most wouldn't be able to appreciate it. It is full of easy to understand philosophical ideas and wit. Everything feels balanced out. All in all, I liked it. Go see it, it's worth it.

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

2 May 2001 (France)

Also Known As:

Uncorked

Filming Locations:

Simi Valley, California, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$5,000,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Itasca Pictures, Two Drivers Productions Company

Technical Specs

Runtime:

106 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color