Lift
“Crime pays...'til the payback.”
Synopsis
This feature takes us into the world of "boosters" or shoplifters where a charismatic, intelligent young female booster from a dysfunctional family, notably her mother and grandmother, engages in the illegal occupation of shoplifting. A non-stereotypical view of how problematic family relations fed her foray into a criminal profession.
Top Cast
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Kerry Washington
Niecy
Lonette McKee
Elaine
Eugene Byrd
Angelo
Barbara Montgomery
France
Samantha Brown
Camille
Sticky Fingaz
Quik
Todd Williams
Christian
Jacqui Parker
Aunt Lily
Naheem Allah
Uncle Michael
Susan Alger
Shelly
Annette Miller
Miss Kearns
Sean Conant
Mac
Georgia Lyman
Kira
Matty Blake
Police Officer
Bo Cleary
Police Officer
John Fiore
Pearce
Leah Foster
Girl at Party
Pooch Hall
Derek
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Khari Streeter, DeMane Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- DeMane Davis
- Original Score
- Ryan Shore
- Original Title
- Lift
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Showtime Networks, BET Pictures, Hart-Sharp Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Khari Streeter, DeMane Davis
DeMane Davis, Khari Streeter
Ryan Shore
David Phillips
Lee Percy, Peter Barstis
John N. Hart, Robert Kessel, Mark Hankey, Jeffrey Sharp
Department Leadership Roster
Khari Streeter
Director
DeMane Davis
Director
John N. Hart
Producer
Robert Kessel
Producer
Lee Percy
Editor
Mark Hankey
Producer
Jeffrey Sharp
Producer
Peter Barstis
Editor
James Chinlund
Production Design
David Phillips
Director of Photography
DeMane Davis
Screenplay
Jacki Roach
Costume Design
Ryan Shore
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Lift.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lift
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Lift about?
This feature takes us into the world of "boosters" or shoplifters where a charismatic, intelligent young female booster from a dysfunctional family, notably her mother and grandmother, engages in the illegal occupation of shoplifting. A non-stereotypical view of how problematic family relations fed her foray into a criminal profession.
Who directed Lift?
Lift was directed by Khari Streeter, DeMane Davis.
Who stars in Lift?
The principal cast of Lift includes Kerry Washington, Lonette McKee, Eugene Byrd, Barbara Montgomery, Samantha Brown.
When was Lift released and how long is it?
Lift was released in 2001 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Lift?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Lift was composed by Ryan Shore.