The Acting Class
Synopsis
A comedy about an exceptionally dysfunctional acting class. Playing unsuspecting college students, Liz and Jill set off to find the most influential acting teacher of the decade and soon discover a heralded guru named Kenneth LaPoubelle. After a visit to Ken's class and a series of interviews with his present and former students, they realize that Ken's reputation might exceed his talent.
Top Cast
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Jill Hennessy
Amanda Smythe/Jill/Anonymous
Elizabeth Holder
Liz
Jody Booth
Starr De Moore
Ken Murton
Kenneth LaPoubelle
Jacqueline Hennessy
Jacquie Everton
Will Arnett
Will Bennett
Paolo Mastropietro
Paolo Conte
Austin Pendleton
Bobby Austin
Chris Noth
Martin Ballsac
Jerry Orbach
Self
Alec Baldwin
Self
Regina King
Self
Benjamin Bratt
Self
Angie Harmon
Self
Courtney B. Vance
Self
Denis O'Hare
Self
Stephen Wertimer
Self
Nisha Ganatra
Exotic Dancer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Maryland Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jill Hennessy, Elizabeth Holder
- Screenplay & Story
- Jill Hennessy
- Original Title
- The Acting Class
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jill Hennessy, Elizabeth Holder
Jill Hennessy
Elizabeth Downer
Department Leadership Roster
Elizabeth Downer
Editor
Jill Hennessy
Director
Jill Hennessy
Screenplay
Elizabeth Holder
Director
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What is The Acting Class about?
A comedy about an exceptionally dysfunctional acting class. Playing unsuspecting college students, Liz and Jill set off to find the most influential acting teacher of the decade and soon discover a heralded guru named Kenneth LaPoubelle. After a visit to Ken's class and a series of interviews with his present and former students, they realize that Ken's reputation might exceed his talent.
Who directed The Acting Class?
The Acting Class was directed by Jill Hennessy, Elizabeth Holder.
Who stars in The Acting Class?
The principal cast of The Acting Class includes Jill Hennessy, Elizabeth Holder, Jody Booth, Ken Murton, Jacqueline Hennessy.
When was The Acting Class released and how long is it?
The Acting Class was released in 2000 with a total runtime of Unknown.