| Director | Devin Scott |
|---|---|
| Producer | Jeanne Scott |
| Starring |
|
| Cinematography | Jim Orr |
| Music | Greg Youtsey |
| Released | 2001 |
| Runtime | 16 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The $5 Movie is a 2001 American short film directed by Devin Scott.
Plot
A Spielbergian kid directs his way into Hollywood.
Cast
- Christian Badami as Lead
- J.D. Black as Charlie
- Brien Perry as Brian
- LeAnna Campbell as Heather
- Suzana Norberg as Mother
- Loren Nancarrow as Father
Production
The idea of the film stemmed from a discussion of filmmakers at a festival.[1] Principal photography lasted three days, post production took nine months and Wally Schlotter was the executive producer.[2]
Release
In 2001, the film screened at Palm Springs International Festival of Short Films,[2] Newport Beach Film Festival,[3] held its New England premiere at Rhode Island International Film Festival,[4] and commercially debuted for Moulin Rouge! at a theater in Del Mar, California.[5] In 2002, Scott represented the film at Creative Cafe on KOCT.[6]
Reception
Josh Board at San Diego Reader called the film "hysterical" saying "it was a blast watching this little kid direct."[7]
Accolades
| Event / Festival | Year | Award | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardacre Film Festival | 2001 | Best Short Film, Comedy | [1][2] | |
| Newport Beach Film Festival | Best Story | [2] | ||
| WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival | Bronze-Original Comedy |
References
- ^ Dunn, Reed (2001-08-03). "Independents Day: Hardacre film fest expands Tipton's horizons". Iowa City Press-Citizen. p. 16. Retrieved 2025-03-23. – via Newspapers.com
- ^ Redshaw, Rebecca (2001-08-07). "The story behind filmmaking". The Desert Sun. p. 23. Retrieved 2025-03-23. – via Newspapers.com
- ^ "Newport Beach Film Festival". Los Angeles Times. 2001-03-29. Archived from the original on 2025-03-23. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ "RIIFF 2001 ALPHA LISTING". Rhode Island International Film Festival. 2001. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ Elliott, David; Peterson, Karla; Jones, Welton (2001-06-01). "Local short subject bows today at Del Mar theater". San Diego Union Tribune
- ^ "KOCT's 'Creative Cafe' announces November guests". North County Times. 2002-11-08. p. 16. Retrieved 2025-03-23. – via Newspapers.com
- ^ Board, Josh (2005-03-17). "And the Candy Bar Goes to...". San Diego Reader. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
External links
- The $5 Movie at IMDb