Dirt
“Homeless. Motherless. But full of potential.”
Synopsis
DIRT is a quirky comedy about two simple-hearted brothers who, when abandoned by the death of their mother, search to find a replacement Mom. Junior and Scooter find themselves ill-prepared for life on their own. To ease their suffering, they search the desert dregs of West Texas for a woman to take Mom's place. Due to their social disability, they are forced to kidnap a woman from a Piggly Wiggly supermarket. They soon realize that they have gotten more than they bargained for when their "victim," Dede, turns out to be the maltreated wife of an abusive Texas Ranger. She quickly turns her misfortune into theirs, convincing the brothers to steal her baby away from her sadistic husband. Life gets even more complicated for these simple-hearted boys when the vengeful Ranger tracks them down bent on keeping them from living happily ever after.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 21, 2001
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Covert, Trace Fraim
- Screenplay & Story
- Michael Covert
- Original Title
- Dirt
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Production Studios
- Kaleidoscope Entertainment, Harmony Gold
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Covert, Trace Fraim
Michael Covert
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Covert
Director
Trace Fraim
Director
Michael Covert
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dirt
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What is Dirt about?
DIRT is a quirky comedy about two simple-hearted brothers who, when abandoned by the death of their mother, search to find a replacement Mom. Junior and Scooter find themselves ill-prepared for life on their own. To ease their suffering, they search the desert dregs of West Texas for a woman to take Mom's place. Due to their social disability, they are forced to kidnap a woman from a Piggly Wiggly supermarket. They soon realize that they have gotten more than they bargained for when their "victim," Dede, turns out to be the maltreated wife of an abusive Texas Ranger. She quickly turns her misfortune into theirs, convincing the brothers to steal her baby away from her sadistic husband. Life gets even more complicated for these simple-hearted boys when the vengeful Ranger tracks them down bent on keeping them from living happily ever after.
Who directed Dirt?
Dirt was directed by Michael Covert, Trace Fraim.
Who stars in Dirt?
The principal cast of Dirt includes Michael Covert, Trace Fraim, Tara Chocol, Patrick Warburton, Luke Perry.
When was Dirt released and how long is it?
Dirt was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Dirt?
Dirt holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).