Purple Violets
“A second chance for a first love.”
Synopsis
Patti Petalson is a promising writer, but her marriage and conventional job keep her from her dream. She longs to return to her writing, especially after running into her first love Brian Callahan, a successful crime novelist. Kate is Patti's best friend since college; she's a tough-talking schoolteacher who plays therapist to all Patti's problems, while she's got a few of her own.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Purple Violets Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-11-29
Top Cast
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Selma Blair
Patti Petalson
Patrick Wilson
Brian Callahan
Edward Burns
Michael Murphy
Debra Messing
Kate Scott
Dennis Farina
Gilmore
Dara Coleman
Silent Movie Actor
Heather Goldenhersh
Sassy Party-Goer
Sarah Hudnut
Scare-a Sara
Elizabeth Reaser
Bernadette
Rosemarie DeWitt
Murph's Hampton's Fling
Peter Van Wagner
Mr. Sabatini
PT Walkley
Singer / Songwriter
Bob Wiltfong
Bookstore Representative
Donal Logue
Chazz Coleman
Jay Patterson
Michael's Agent
Peter Jacobson
Monroe - Real estate agent
Joe Pistone
Top Cat
Bill Hader
Bill - Bookstore Fan
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
August 26, 2008
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$4M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
Pending
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Burns
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Burns
- Original Score
- PT Walkley
- Original Title
- Purple Violets
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Budget
- $4M
- Production Studios
- Wild Ocean Films, Marlboro Road Gang Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Burns
Edward Burns
PT Walkley
William Rexer
Thom Zimny
Aaron Lubin, Margot Bridger, Nicole Marra, Edward Burns, Pamela Schein Murphy
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Burns
Director
Edward Burns
Writer
Aaron Lubin
Producer
Margot Bridger
Producer
Nicole Marra
Producer
Edward Burns
Producer
Pamela Schein Murphy
Producer
Thom Zimny
Editor
John Nyomarkay
Production Design
William Rexer
Director of Photography
PT Walkley
Original Music Composer
Catherine Marie Thomas
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Purple Violets
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Purple Violets about?
Patti Petalson is a promising writer, but her marriage and conventional job keep her from her dream. She longs to return to her writing, especially after running into her first love Brian Callahan, a successful crime novelist. Kate is Patti's best friend since college; she's a tough-talking schoolteacher who plays therapist to all Patti's problems, while she's got a few of her own.
Who directed Purple Violets?
Purple Violets was directed by Edward Burns.
Who stars in Purple Violets?
The principal cast of Purple Violets includes Selma Blair, Patrick Wilson, Edward Burns, Debra Messing, Dennis Farina.
When was Purple Violets released and how long is it?
Purple Violets was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.
Who composed the musical score for Purple Violets?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Purple Violets was composed by PT Walkley.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Purple Violets?
Purple Violets holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).