Wiener-Dog (film)
| Wiener-Dog | |
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| Directed by | Todd Solondz |
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| Written by | Todd Solondz |
| Starring | |
| Music by | James Lavino |
| Edited by | Kevin Messman |
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| Distributed by | Amazon Studios |
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Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Wiener-Dog is an American comedy film directed and written by Todd Solondz. The film stars Greta Gerwig, Julie Delpy, Kieran Culkin, Zosia Mamet, Danny DeVito, Ellen Burstyn, and Tracy Letts. The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2016.[1]
Cast
- Greta Gerwig as Dawn Wiener[2]
- Julie Delpy as Dina[2]
- Kieran Culkin as Brandon Vander Hey[3]
- Zosia Mamet as Zoe[3]
- Danny DeVito as Dave Schmerz[3]
- Ellen Burstyn as Nana[3]
- Tracy Letts[3]
- Samrat Chakrabarti as Doctor
- Trey Gerrald as Zeno
- Connor Long as Tommy
- Bridget Brown as April
Production
On October 23, 2014, THR reported that Todd Solondz would next write and direct the comedy Wiener-Dog with Julie Delpy and Greta Gerwig attached as stars, Gerwig playing Dawn Wiener.[2] Megan Ellison would produce and finance through Annapurna Pictures, with Christine Vachon also producing through Killer Films.[2] On June 24, 2015, the complete cast of the film was announced, which included Brie Larson, Kieran Culkin, Zosia Mamet, Danny DeVito, Ellen Burstyn, and Tracy Letts.[3][4]
Filming
Principal photography on the film began on June 24, 2015 in New York City.[4]
Release
The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2016.[5] On December 8, 2015, two images from the film were released, including one of Gerwig.[6] Shortly after, it was announced that Amazon Studios had acquired distribution rights to the film.[7]
Critical reception
Wiener-Dog received positive reviews from film critics. It holds an 83% "Fresh" rating on review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, based on 12 reviews, with an average rating of 7.1/10.[8]
References
- ↑ "SUNDANCE INSTITUTE COMPLETES FEATURE FILM LINEUP FOR 2016 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL". sundance.org. December 7, 2015. Retrieved December 19, 2015.
- 1 2 3 4 Kit, Borys (October 23, 2014). "Todd Solondz Plots Sort of Sequel to 'Welcome to the Dollhouse' With Greta Gerwig (Exclusive)". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved June 28, 2015.
- 1 2 3 4 5 6 McNary, Dave (June 24, 2015). "Todd Solondz’s ‘Weiner-Dog’ Draws Julie Delpy, Greta Gerwig, Brie Larson, Zosia Mamet". variety.com. Retrieved June 28, 2015.
- 1 2 Hipes, Patrick (June 24, 2015). "Todd Solondz’s ‘Wiener-Dog': More Cast Welcomed To The Doghouse". deadline.com. Retrieved June 28, 2015.
- ↑ "SUNDANCE INSTITUTE COMPLETES FEATURE FILM LINEUP FOR 2016 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL". sundance.org. December 7, 2015. Retrieved December 19, 2015.
- ↑ Jagernauth, Kevin (December 8, 2015). "Sundance First Look: Greta Gerwig In Todd Solondz’s ‘Wiener-Dog’". Indiewire.com. Retrieved December 19, 2015.
- ↑ Seetoodeh, Ramin (January 26, 2016). "Sundance: Amazon Lands Todd Solondz Comedy ‘Wiener-Dog". Variety.com. Retrieved January 26, 2016.
- ↑ "WIENER-DOG". RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved January 25, 2016.
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