Close Call
Synopsis
In Los Angeles, the young Jenny has a nice childhood with her Korean parents Joanne and David Kim. However, after the divorce of her parents, the judge gives her custody to her selfish mother that neglects Jenny while the disappointed David returns to Seoul. Six years later, Jenny is a troubled and reckless teenager expelled from the public school that has easy sex and uses drugs and booze, and her best friend is the orphan drug dealer Becky. The lawyer Elliot Krasner decides to call his former friend David to tell him about the self-destructive behavior of Jenny, and David returns to Los Angeles. He brings Jenny to live with him and support her, but the lack of emotional structure of Jenny imposes tough difficulties for their relationship.
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Annie Lee
Jenny Kim
Philip Moon
David Kim
Christina Ma
Joanne Kim
Jeff Fahey
Elliot Krasner
Faleena Hopkins
Becky
Frayne Rosanoff
Ricky
Jan Devereaux
Modeling instructor
Adoni Maropis
Pimp
Drew Fuller
Sam
Mathew Botuchis
George Krasner
Alexia Aleman
Cathy
Kathleen Hickey
Mrs. Williams
Mary Linda Phillips
Counselor
Janet Hoskins
Judge
Susan Talbot
Sharon Krasner
Rosalinde Tropper
Co-Star "Blondie"
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 16, 2004
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jimmy Lee
- Screenplay & Story
- Jimmy Lee
- Original Score
- Steven Chesne
- Original Title
- Close Call
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Prime Media Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jimmy Lee
Jimmy Lee
Steven Chesne
Luc G. Nicknair
Brian Cavanaugh
Jimmy Lee, Jeff Fahey
Department Leadership Roster
Karen Ipock
Production Design
Angela Hadnagy
Costume Design
Brian Cavanaugh
Editor
Jimmy Lee
Writer
Jimmy Lee
Producer
Luc G. Nicknair
Director of Photography
Jeff Fahey
Producer
Jimmy Lee
Director
Peewee Piemonte
Stunt Coordinator
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Close Call.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Close Call
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What is Close Call about?
In Los Angeles, the young Jenny has a nice childhood with her Korean parents Joanne and David Kim. However, after the divorce of her parents, the judge gives her custody to her selfish mother that neglects Jenny while the disappointed David returns to Seoul. Six years later, Jenny is a troubled and reckless teenager expelled from the public school that has easy sex and uses drugs and booze, and her best friend is the orphan drug dealer Becky. The lawyer Elliot Krasner decides to call his former friend David to tell him about the self-destructive behavior of Jenny, and David returns to Los Angeles. He brings Jenny to live with him and support her, but the lack of emotional structure of Jenny imposes tough difficulties for their relationship.
Who directed Close Call?
Close Call was directed by Jimmy Lee.
Who stars in Close Call?
The principal cast of Close Call includes Annie Lee, Philip Moon, Christina Ma, Jeff Fahey, Faleena Hopkins.
When was Close Call released and how long is it?
Close Call was released in 2004 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Close Call?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Close Call was composed by Steven Chesne.