Listen Up Philip
Synopsis
Anger rages in Philip as he awaits the publication of his second novel. He feels pushed out of his adopted home city by the constant crowds and noise, a deteriorating relationship with his photographer girlfriend Ashley, and his own indifference to promoting the novel. When Philip's idol Ike Zimmerman offers his isolated summer home as a refuge, he finally gets the peace and quiet to focus on his favorite subject: himself.
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Original UK & Ireland Theatrical TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2015-03-02
Top Cast
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Jason Schwartzman
Philip
Elisabeth Moss
Ashley
Jonathan Pryce
Ike
Krysten Ritter
Melanie
Joséphine de la Baume
Yvette
Jess Weixler
Holly
Kate Lyn Sheil
Nancy
Dree Hemingway
Emily
Keith Poulson
Josh
Samantha Jacober
Mona
Craig Butta
Lowlife at Bar
Steven Boyer
Parker
Daniel London
Seth
Jennifer Kim
Girl on Stairs (uncredited)
Wai Ching Ho
Helen (uncredited)
Riley O'Bryan
Riley
Eric Bogosian
Narrator
Joanne Tucker
Eve
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 4 DaysMar del Plata International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 17, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 21, 2014
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$214K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alex Ross Perry
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex Ross Perry
- Original Score
- Keegan DeWitt
- Original Title
- Listen Up Philip
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Greece
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Worldwide Gross
- $214K
- Production Studios
- Faliro House Productions, Sailor Bear, Washington Square Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alex Ross Perry
Alex Ross Perry
Keegan DeWitt
Sean Price Williams
Robert Greene
Katie Stern, James M. Johnston, David Lowery, Christos V. Konstantakopoulos, Joshua Blum
Department Leadership Roster
Alex Ross Perry
Director
Alex Ross Perry
Writer
Keegan DeWitt
Original Music Composer
Katie Stern
Producer
James M. Johnston
Producer
Amanda Ford
Costume Design
David Lowery
Producer
Scott Kuzio
Production Design
Joshua Blum
Producer
Robert Greene
Editor
Sean Price Williams
Director of Photography
Toby Halbrooks
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Listen Up Philip
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What is Listen Up Philip about?
Anger rages in Philip as he awaits the publication of his second novel. He feels pushed out of his adopted home city by the constant crowds and noise, a deteriorating relationship with his photographer girlfriend Ashley, and his own indifference to promoting the novel. When Philip's idol Ike Zimmerman offers his isolated summer home as a refuge, he finally gets the peace and quiet to focus on his favorite subject: himself.
Who directed Listen Up Philip?
Listen Up Philip was directed by Alex Ross Perry.
Who stars in Listen Up Philip?
The principal cast of Listen Up Philip includes Jason Schwartzman, Elisabeth Moss, Jonathan Pryce, Krysten Ritter, Joséphine de la Baume.
When was Listen Up Philip released and how long is it?
Listen Up Philip was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 49m.
How much did Listen Up Philip make at the box office?
Listen Up Philip grossed $214K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Listen Up Philip?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Listen Up Philip was composed by Keegan DeWitt.