Lonesome Jim
“Change your outlook. Change your life.”
Synopsis
After failing to find success as a writer in New York City, Jim slinks back to his family's home in the Midwest to lick his wounds. But his visit is quickly complicated when his angst spreads to his brother, Tim, who promptly decides to drive his car straight into a tree. Under the shadow of his sibling's injurious actions, Jim strikes up an unlikely friendship with Anika, whose centered small-town wisdom gradually rubs off on him.
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Lonesome Jim trailer - Casey Affleck
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-02-23
Top Cast
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Casey Affleck
Jim
Kevin Corrigan
Tim
Liv Tyler
Anika
Mary Kay Place
Sally
Seymour Cassel
Don
Rachel Strouse
Rachel
Sarah Strouse
Sarah
Rick Duplissie
Bar Patron
Mark Boone Junior
Evil
Jake La Botz
Phillip - Welder
Jack Rovello
Ben
Don Strouse
Neighbor
Doug Liechty Caskey
Doug the preacher
Pam Angell
Stacy
Michael Buscemi
Man (Driver)(uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
November 16, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Steve Buscemi
- Screenplay & Story
- Jim Strouse
- Original Score
- Evan Lurie
- Original Title
- Lonesome Jim
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Plum Pictures, InDigEnt
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Steve Buscemi
Jim Strouse
Evan Lurie
Phil Parmet
Plummy Tucker
Jake Abraham, Galt Niederhoffer, Celine Rattray, Gary Winick, Anna Waterhouse
Department Leadership Roster
Steve Buscemi
Director
Jim Strouse
Screenplay
Jake Abraham
Producer
Galt Niederhoffer
Producer
Celine Rattray
Producer
Plummy Tucker
Editor
Phil Parmet
Director of Photography
Gary Winick
Producer
Daniela Taplin Lundberg
Producer
Chuck Voelter
Production Design
Vicki Farrell
Costume Design
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 Lonesome Jim
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What is Lonesome Jim about?
After failing to find success as a writer in New York City, Jim slinks back to his family's home in the Midwest to lick his wounds. But his visit is quickly complicated when his angst spreads to his brother, Tim, who promptly decides to drive his car straight into a tree. Under the shadow of his sibling's injurious actions, Jim strikes up an unlikely friendship with Anika, whose centered small-town wisdom gradually rubs off on him.
Who directed Lonesome Jim?
Lonesome Jim was directed by Steve Buscemi.
Who stars in Lonesome Jim?
The principal cast of Lonesome Jim includes Casey Affleck, Kevin Corrigan, Liv Tyler, Mary Kay Place, Seymour Cassel.
When was Lonesome Jim released and how long is it?
Lonesome Jim was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for Lonesome Jim?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lonesome Jim was composed by Evan Lurie.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Lonesome Jim?
Lonesome Jim holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).