Lymelife (2008)

A family unit begins to bow under the pressure of a failing marriage.

Director:

Derick Martini

Writers:

Derick Martini, Steven Martini

Stars:

Rory Culkin, Alec Baldwin, Jill Hennessy

1 win & 2 nominations.

Cast

Complete credited cast:
Rory Culkin	...	Scott Bartlett
Alec Baldwin	...	Mickey Bartlett
Jill Hennessy	...	Brenda Bartlett
Emma Roberts	...	Adrianna Bragg
Timothy Hutton	...	Charlie Bragg
Cynthia Nixon	...	Melissa Bragg
Logan Huffman	...	Blaze Salado
Brandon Thane Wilson	...	Stuart
Adam Scarimbolo	...	Todd O'Leary
Kieran Culkin	...	Jimmy Bartlett
Phillip Pennestri	...	Father Pazzo
Louis Ruffolo Jr.	...	Bartender
Beepers	...	Deer

Storyline

Set in the late 70's, seen through the innocent eyes of a fifteen year old boy, SCOTT, "Lymelife" is a unique take on the dangers of the American Dream. This funny, sad, violent and sometimes tragic look at first love, family dynamics and divorce weaves an intricate tapestry of American life during a time of drastic economic and emotional change.

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Plot Keywords:

female stockinged legs | pantyhose | reference to r2 d2 | reference to pubic hair | marriage | 

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Taglines:

The American Dream Sucks

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Romance

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language, some sexual content, violence and drug use

Did You Know?

Trivia

Dedicated to Derick Martini's late grandparents.

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Goofs

When Scott and Adriana are in the confessional booth drinking, Adriana takes her first sip of the wine from the bottle, and passes it through to Scott neck first, but when Scott receives it, he's receiving it bottom end first.

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Quotes

Jimmy Bartlett: No. Hey, no, shit bag. Too young for that.
Scott Bartlett: Tastes like piss anyway.
Jimmy Bartlett: It is piss.
Scott Bartlett: Shut up, dick.

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Connections

References Saturday Night Fever (1977)

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Soundtracks

Feel Like Making Love
Written by Paul Rodgers (as P. Rodgers), Mick Ralphs (as M. Ralphs)
Performed by Bad Company
Courtesy of Atco Records/Elektra Entertainment Group
By Arrangement with Warner Music Group Film & TV Licensing

User Reviews

a film about life on Long Island in the 70's but really about much more

This is an extremely high caliber movie whose only flaw is improperly dated and unhistorical references to the Falkland War. The performances are superb by each and every cast member and by the ensemble as a whole. It is astonishing that such a film could be made in less than a month and for $ 1 1/2 million dollars. That being said, the quick production time and low budget should not keep anyone from seeing this very important film. It is not just about the 70's but about basic human relationships and characters and truths. The director and cast should all be proud of this fine accomplishment. I urge everyone who loves movies to see this one.

Details

Official Sites:

Official Facebook Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

12 November 2009 (Russia)

Also Known As:

Lymelife

Filming Locations:

Ginger Lane & Nutmeg Place, Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$1,500,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$27,758, 12 April 2009

Gross USA:

$421,307

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$540,403

Company Credits

Production Co:

Bartlett Films, Cappa Defina Productions, Cappa Productions

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital Dolby SR (RCA Sound System)

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1