

For Your Consideration
2006-11-17 · 86 min · ★ 5.8
The possibility of Oscar gold holds the cast and crew of an independent film in its grip after the performance of its virtually unknown, veteran star generates awards buzz.
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Production details
- Directors
- Christopher Guest
- Production companies
- Castle Rock Entertainment, Shangri-La Entertainment
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 12,000,000
- Revenue
- USD 5,542,025
Top Cast
Catherine O'HaraMarilyn Hack
Harry ShearerVictor Allan Miller
Parker PoseyCallie Webb
Christopher MoynihanBrian Chubb
John Michael HigginsCorey Taft
Eugene LevyMorley Orfkin
Jane LynchCindy
Fred WillardChuck
Jennifer CoolidgeWhitney Taylor Brown
Christopher GuestJay Berman
Jim PiddockSimon Whitset
Ed Begley Jr.Sandy Lane
Bob BalabanPhilip Koontz
Michael McKeanLane Iverson
Stephen RannazzisiStudio Gate Guard
Simon HelbergJunior Agent
Ricky GervaisMartin Gibb
Michael HitchcockHate It Film Critic
Don LakeLove It Film Critic
Rachael HarrisMary Pat HooliganTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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