Bending All the Rules
Synopsis
When single photographer Kenna finally gets her own exhibition, she turns her attention to her love life. Yet two different men, sensitive Jeff and strong-willed Martin, are determined to win her heart, pulling her free spirit in opposite directions.
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"Bending All The Rules" Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-06-27
Top Cast
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Colleen Porch
Kenna
David Gail
Martin
Bradley Cooper
Jeff
Shauna Vatovec
Young Kenna
Kurt McKinney
Mortie (Kenna's Father)
Ashlee Payne
Lauri
Caree Davis
Ann
Julie Reifers
Gallery Owner
Victoria Bass
Kathy (Kenna's Mother)
James Martin Kelly
Big Shelly K
Jerry Alan
The Pilot
Ed Carine
Uncle Davey
Jeff Beltz
Confused "mark" in Bar
Carol D. Klasek
Jeff's Mother
Jennifer Shumaker
Aunt Charlee
William Haze
Jason (Martin's Friend)
Alana de la Garza
Woman ordering shots
Wade Boggs
Nick
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 27, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Morgan Klein, Peter Knight
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Knight, Morgan Klein
- Original Score
- Martin Klein, Molly Knight Forde
- Original Title
- Bending All the Rules
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Minaret Films LLC, Red Lizard Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Morgan Klein, Peter Knight
Peter Knight, Morgan Klein
Martin Klein, Molly Knight Forde
Rob Allen
Department Leadership Roster
Morgan Klein
Director
Peter Knight
Screenplay
Morgan Klein
Screenplay
Peter Knight
Director
Martin Klein
Original Music Composer
Molly Knight Forde
Original Music Composer
Rob Allen
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
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 Bending All the Rules
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What is Bending All the Rules about?
When single photographer Kenna finally gets her own exhibition, she turns her attention to her love life. Yet two different men, sensitive Jeff and strong-willed Martin, are determined to win her heart, pulling her free spirit in opposite directions.
Who directed Bending All the Rules?
Bending All the Rules was directed by Morgan Klein, Peter Knight.
Who stars in Bending All the Rules?
The principal cast of Bending All the Rules includes Colleen Porch, David Gail, Bradley Cooper, Shauna Vatovec, Kurt McKinney.
When was Bending All the Rules released and how long is it?
Bending All the Rules was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Bending All the Rules?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Bending All the Rules was composed by Martin Klein, Molly Knight Forde.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Bending All the Rules?
Bending All the Rules holds official age classifications: CA: 14A; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).