Lake City (2008)

A desperate young man, on the run from a dangerous drug dealer, returns to his mother, years after a family tragedy drove them far apart, to hide. However, his old and new life are about to collide.

Directors:

Hunter Hill, Perry Moore

Writers:

Hunter Hill (screenplay), Perry Moore (screenplay)

Stars:

Sissy Spacek, Jason Davis, Alina Phelan

1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Sissy Spacek	...	Maggie
Jason Davis	...	Tom
Alina Phelan	...	Linda
Cheryl Fare	...	Irma
Jessica Hutson	...	Lucy (as Jessica Marie Hutson)
Jack Weber	...	Young Billy (as Jack T. Weber)
Sydney ter Avest	...	Young Jennifer
Kenny Hinkle	...	Andy (as Kenneth James Hinkle)
Troy Garity	...	Billy
Dave Matthews	...	Red (as David Matthews)
Jay Pearson	...	Carl
Colin Ford	...	Clayton
Barry Corbin	...	George
Irene Ziegler	...	Nancy Kaye
Rebecca Romijn	...	Jennifer

Storyline

A desperate young man, on the run from a dangerous drug dealer, returns to his mother, years after a family tragedy drove them far apart, to hide. However, his old and new life are about to collide.

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Taglines:

When you are on the run, the last place you expect to end up is home.

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Genres:

Crime | Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language and some violence

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

25 April 2008 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Louisa, Virginia, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$4,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$9,355, 23 November 2008, Limited Release

Company Credits

Production Co:

Mark Johnson Productions,Lake City Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

93 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

At the beginning of the film Maggie parks her SUV and goes into the store with the window in the driver's door rolled down. When she emerges from shopping it is now up.

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Connections

Referenced in Moviemaking in Virginia: Take 3 (2008)

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Soundtracks

World Without Tears
by Lucinda Williams

User Reviews

Well acted, Slowly Paced

This character driven film will appeal to those who like dramas that focus more on character development than action; although, there are moments of intense action. Sissy Spacek delivers a powerful performance as a mother who has yet to cope with her past. She unexpectedly finds herself reunited with her son who is running away from his troubles and she helps facilitate healing for both of them. I thought the camera-work and lighting played up the natural beauty of the idyllic rural town. The music and some scenes, though, have a made-for-TV (cliched) feel. Rebecca Romijn and Dave Matthews are notable for solid realistic acting. Troy Garity is adequate for the role, but in several scenes he looks like he is doing drama school exercises. I think this may be due more to the first time writer/directors than Garity. They seem conflicted on how to maintain realism vs being sappy. Overall, I think Spacek carries this movie and you develop a genuine bond with the characters.