People Like Us Elizabeth Banks Interview
Penny Mclean talks to Elizabeth Banks about her latest film, People Like Us. Starring Chris Pine, Olivia Wilde, Michael Hall D'Addario, Philip Baker Hall, Mark Duplass, and Michelle Pfeiffer.
Penny's passion for the film industry was ignited during her formative years, when she had the opportunity to attend a movie premiere while residing abroad. This unforgettable experience paved the way for Penny's extensive involvement in film festivals and meet-and-greets with renowned actors, enabling her to hone her skills in establishing meaningful connections with talent, both on and off camera. Thanks to her prior experience in public broadcasting, Penny brings a wealth of expertise to her role, ensuring that she is adept at cultivating rapport with industry professionals and facilitating seamless collaborations between them.
ABOUT PEOPLE LIKE US
A drama/comedy about family, inspired by true events, starring Chris Pine (“Star Trek”) as Sam, a twenty-something, fast-talking salesman, whose latest deal collapses on the day he learns that his father has suddenly died. Against his wishes, Sam is called home, where he must put his father's estate in order and reconnect with his estranged family. In the course of fulfilling his father's last wishes, Sam uncovers a startling secret that turns his entire world upside down: He has a 30-year-old sister Frankie whom he never knew about (Elizabeth Banks). As their relationship develops, Sam is forced to rethink everything he thought he knew about this family—and re-examine his own life choices in the process.
Directed By: Alex Kurtzman
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Genre: Comedy
Running Time: 115 minutes
Distributed By: DreamWorks Studios
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