Fall To Grace 
| Directed by: | Mari Marchbanks |
|---|---|
| Written by: | Mari Marchbanks |
| Starring: | Jessica Roque, Kira Pozehl, David Stokey, Gabriel Luna, Bhagirit Crow, Bill Johnson, Jeffrey Mills |
| Country: | U S A |
| Created: | 2005 |
| Runtime: | 86 min. |
| Member: | falltograce |
Average rating: 4.78 by 18 users
Film Description:
Synopsis
Kristofer, a Russian Georgian immigrant, is trying to make his way in a new country, a new school and onto the varsity team. Living under the weight of his father’s anger and economic hardship, Kristofer keeps himself afloat with a basketball and a flirtatious spirit. But when Sarah flirts back, Kristofer begins to realize he may have come on to the wrong girl. Sarah has her hands full trying to keep her random drug use within the range of an excusable cry for attention, but it’s quickly becoming a real problem. Like so many troubles, a stack of money would go a long way toward making things better, but the only available cash lies in a shoebox at the bottom of Jessie’s closet and Jessie’s Dad is a cop. As these individual stories intersect and collide, heartache ignites into remarkable hope. Fall to Grace reminds us of the invisible threads connecting us to one another, creating a net to catch us when we fall.
Forms: Narrative Fiction, Feature
Genres: Family, Drama, Romance, Coming of Age , Independent, Urban
Niches: Women, Youth/Teen
Screenings & Events
SXSW Film Festival 2005
Film Festival
Austin, Texas, U S A
March 2005
Jacksonville Film Festival
Film Festival
Jacksonville, FL, U S A
May 2005
Rhode Island International Film Festival
Film Festival
Awards: WINNER Best Feature Award - First Place
Newport, RI, U S A
August 2005
Temecula Valley International Film Festival
Film Festival
Temecula, CA, U S A
September 2005
Rome International Film Festival
Film Festival
Rome, GA, U S A
September 2005
Ellensburg Film Festival
Film Festival
Ellensburg, WA, U S A
October 2005
New Orleans Film Festival
Film Festival
Awards: WINNER Best Narrative Feature Prize
New Orleans, LA, U S A
October 2005
Asheville Film Festival
Film Festival
Asheville, NC, U S A
October 2005
Bethel Film Festival
Film Festival
Bethel, CT, U S A
October 2005
Annapolis Film Festival
Film Festival
Annapolis, MD, U S A
November 2005
Deep Ellum Film Festival
Film Festival
Dallas, TX, U S A
November 2005
Santa Fe Film Festival
Film Festival
Awards: WINNER Special Screenwriting Award
Santa Fe, NM, U S A
December 2005
Cinequest Film Festival
Film Festival
San Jose, CA, U S A
March 2006
Cast & Crew
Mari Marchbanks (Director (1st Project,1st Feature)), Vicky Boone (Producer), Vicky Boone (Producer)
WritingMari Marchbanks (Writer (1st Project,1st Feature))
PerformanceBhagirit Crow (Lead Actor), Bill Johnson (Lead Actor), David Stokey (Lead Actor), Gabriel Luna (Lead Actor), Jeffrey Mills (Lead Actor), Jessica Roque (Lead Actor), Kira Pozehl (Lead Actor)
CameraJay P. Lipa (Cinematographer/DP)
Art DepartmentElizabeth Flauto (Costume Designer)
Post ProductionChristopher Roldan (Picture Editor), Justin Hennard (Sound Editor)
MusicJonathan Meiburg (Original Music/Composer), Travis Weller (Original Music/Composer)
RepresentationMarsha Milam (Publicist)
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2003079178_fall23.html
The Seattle Post Intelligencer
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/movies/274978_limited23.html
The Austin Chronicle
http://www.austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Calendar/Film?Film=oid%3A375135
The Daily Texan
http://www.dailytexanonline.com/media/storage/paper410/news/2006/06/16/LifeArts/Dysfunction.In.fall.To.Grace.Creates.Universal.Connection-2091269.shtml?norewrite200606281528&sourcedomain=www.dailytexanonline.com
Film Threat
http://www.filmthreat.com/index.php?section=reviews&Id=8099
File Thirteen
http://www.filethirteen.com/reviews/fallfromgrace/fallfromgrace.htm
The Lagoon (Mpls)
The Midtown Arts (Atlanta)
The Chez Arts (Denver
Visit our website for full reviews:
http://www.falltogracemovie.com
Thansk!
Thanks Seattle for coming out - our houses have been great. Show times:
Sun, June 25 - 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, 7:30, 9:45.
Monday-Thursday: 7:30 and 9:45
Here are the full reviews from The Seattle Times and the PI:
http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/movies/2003079178_fall23.html
http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/movies/274978_limited23.html
Fri, June 23 – 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, 7:30, 10:00
Sat, June 24 - 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, 7:30, 10:00
Sun, June 25 - 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, 7:30, 9:45.
Monday-Thursday: 7:30 and 9:45
Come out and see us! Q&A's Friday and Saturday after the 7:30 shows.
8 more shows in Austin: 7:30 and 9:45 nighty through Thursday.
http://www.austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Calendar/Film?Film=oid%3A375135
Come see Fall to Grace, the award-winning debut film by Austin filmmaker Mari Marchbanks, produced by Vicky Boone, running June 16-22 at the Dobie Theatre! Fall to Grace also opens at Landmark Theatres in Seattle, Minneapolis, Atlanta and Denver in June and July.
Filmed in a rapidly disappearing East Austin, and featuring an outstanding Austin cast, Fall to Grace follows the loves and troubles of three teens and their families as their lives collide and intersect. The film reminds us of the invisible threads connecting us to one another, creating a net to catch us when we fall.
The film's soundtrack features songs by some of the city's best bands including Centro-matic, Shearwater, The Deathray Davies, What Made Milwaukee Famous, Cruiserweight, Palaxy Tracks, Moonlight Towers and more.
The cast includes Kira Pozehl, Jessica Roque, Gabriel Luna, Bhagirit Crow, Bill Johnson, Jeffrey Mills, David Stokey, Dean Stafford, Adriene Mischler, Cassidy Rose Johnson, Heather Hanna, Amparo Garcia, Julia Polozova, J. Ed Araiza, Rene Alvarado, Rick Azulay, Shannon McCormick, Lee Eddy, Aaron Alexander, Michael Walton, Aubree Zuniga and Eliza Stevens.
Fall to Grace premiered at the 2005 SxSW Film Festival and received narrative feature awards from the Rhode Island Film Festival (Best Feature Film - First Prize), New Orleans Film Festival (Narrative Feature Prize) and the Santa Fe Film Festival (Milagro Award - Best Screenplay).
Attendance in Austin is especially requested June 16-18. Weekend screening times in Austin are: Fri, June 16 - 4:30, 7:30, 9:40; Sat, June 17 - 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 9:40; Sun, June 18 - 1:30, 4:30, 7:30, 9:40.
For more information, http://www.falltogracemoive.com
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Ratings
DavidL
As an actor, the performances were powerful and full. Ms. Marchbanks has created an inspired script rich with the angst of our youth. The cinematography and soundtrack are amazing.
hhmilkdud
I absolutely loved this film! Mari Marchbanks has created a subtle, heart warming film that engages you from beginning to end.
jr
This is a subtle film. I have loved it both times I have seen it. The hopeful ending is not sappy, and does not diminish the reality of the troubles illustrated in a multi-ethnic disenchanted world. For me, it struck just the right notes..
DianeV
The characters are what make the film and they were created by Mari Marchbanks who is a brilliant writer. Loved the story and the music was awesome.
tamaleigh
This is such an engaging film. You fall in love with the characters as the film progresses and your heart becomes involved. I love this film!! It is wonderfully written and played out.
8 Comments about Fall To Grace
Jul 12, 2006 10:30AM
THANK GOD INDIE'S ARE GETTING MORE ATTN!!!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSu6-jAWTbM
Jul 12, 2006 09:56AM
You made a good film, check out my buddy's film: VISIONS OF VIOLENCE
The trailers are featured online at youtube.com, below are 2 links for 2 different trailers!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-nGmFWjjWY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8eCTjIrwbg
Please check them out, but, please do not mind the quality, the actual movie is a lot crisper and clearer....they uploaded like they are.
and of course....
http://audience.withoutabox.com/films/visionsofviolence
Jul 08, 2006 05:13PM
hHey what's up.
Jun 23, 2006 12:35PM
I saw this film at the austin opening, it was a really sweet, touching little film. great acting from a large cast of
Jun 21, 2006 12:05PM
What a wonderful movie!! This film draws you in as you become involved with the people who live in this neighborhood and you truly fall in love with the characters. This film was so well written and played out so well for that to occur. I enjoyed every minute of this movie and hope the world will get to see this one.
Jun 19, 2006 04:30PM
Mari Marchbanks is a remarkable writer who takes you inside the dark corners of people's minds, particularly women. I'm interested to follow her career as I know it will be equally fantastic.
Jun 13, 2006 06:20AM
We screened Fall to Grace last year at the Rhode Island International Film Festival where it one a top award. We knew when we first screened the film that it deserved a future. What a pleasure to see that it has a theatrical booking. This is a wonderful film and I could not be happier for the filmmakers. I wish them great success and I hope new audiences discover this gem.
George T. Marshall
Executive Director, RIIFF
Jun 12, 2006 09:47AM
I for one am tired of the movies that Hollywood pushes me to see every year, and Mari's film is a perfect example for others to follow...a film with pure emotion.
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