The Driftless Area
“Destiny can lead to dangerous places.”
Synopsis
Pierre Hunter, a bartender with unyielding optimism, returns to his tiny hometown after his parents' death. When he falls for the enigmatic Stella, Pierre is unknowingly pulled into a cat-and-mouse game that involves a duffel bag full of cash, a haphazard yet determined criminal, and a mystery that will determine all of their fates. A contemporary fable about the ways we struggle to control time and fate in a possibly predetermined universe.
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The Driftless Area - OFFICIAL TRAILER 2016Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-02-05
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Zooey Deschanel
Stella
Aubrey Plaza
Jean
Anton Yelchin
Pierre
Alia Shawkat
Carrie
Ciarán Hinds
Ned
John Hawkes
Shane
Frank Langella
Tim Geer
Benjamin Rogers
Keith
Primo Allon
Lyle
Gary Hetherington
Reverend John Morris
Lucia Frangione
Luanne
Elika Portnoy
The Tragic Woman
Amitai Marmorstein
Donald R. Thomas
Philip Granger
Herbicide Store Owner
Duncan Ollerenshaw
Card Player
Frank C. Turner
Vacuum Salesman
Jesse Haddock
Partygoer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Tribeca Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
April 26, 2016
VOD & Digital Platforms
May 27, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Zachary Sluser
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom Drury, Zachary Sluser
- Original Title
- The Driftless Area
- Country of Origin
- United States of America, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Bron Studios, Unified Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Zachary Sluser
Tom Drury, Zachary Sluser
Daniel Voldheim
Sam Bauer, Tom Cross
Department Leadership Roster
Zachary Sluser
Director
Tom Drury
Writer
Zachary Sluser
Writer
Jodi Stecyk
Stunt Coordinator
Daniel Voldheim
Director of Photography
Sam Bauer
Editor
Tom Cross
Editor
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 The Driftless Area
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What is The Driftless Area about?
Pierre Hunter, a bartender with unyielding optimism, returns to his tiny hometown after his parents' death. When he falls for the enigmatic Stella, Pierre is unknowingly pulled into a cat-and-mouse game that involves a duffel bag full of cash, a haphazard yet determined criminal, and a mystery that will determine all of their fates. A contemporary fable about the ways we struggle to control time and fate in a possibly predetermined universe.
Who directed The Driftless Area?
The Driftless Area was directed by Zachary Sluser.
Who stars in The Driftless Area?
The principal cast of The Driftless Area includes Zooey Deschanel, Aubrey Plaza, Anton Yelchin, Alia Shawkat, Ciarán Hinds.
When was The Driftless Area released and how long is it?
The Driftless Area was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Driftless Area?
The Driftless Area holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).