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Strings

  • 2011
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 38m
IMDb RATING
6.9/10
325
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Elle LaMont in Strings (2011)
A troubled musician, grappling with the loss of his infant daughter, discovers this therapist is using patients to commit vigilante crimes.
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In the wake of his daughter's death, a troubled musician seeks out an experimental therapist to turn his life around. When the therapist calls for him to leave everything behind and take on ... Read allIn the wake of his daughter's death, a troubled musician seeks out an experimental therapist to turn his life around. When the therapist calls for him to leave everything behind and take on a new identity, the musician realizes his new life isn't what it seems and his therapist i... Read allIn the wake of his daughter's death, a troubled musician seeks out an experimental therapist to turn his life around. When the therapist calls for him to leave everything behind and take on a new identity, the musician realizes his new life isn't what it seems and his therapist is using patients to commit vigilante crimes. After eight years as a criminal, he sneaks ba... Read all

  • Directors
    • Mark Dennis
    • Ben Foster
  • Writer
    • Mark Dennis
  • Stars
    • Billy Harvey
    • Elle LaMont
    • Chris Potter
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.9/10
    325
    YOUR RATING
    • Directors
      • Mark Dennis
      • Ben Foster
    • Writer
      • Mark Dennis
    • Stars
      • Billy Harvey
      • Elle LaMont
      • Chris Potter
    • 14User reviews
    • 7Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 8 wins & 2 nominations total

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    Billy Harvey
    • Billy…
    Elle LaMont
    Elle LaMont
    • Chavine
    Chris Potter
    • Jimmy
    Karl Anderson
    • Karl…
    Richard Dodwell
    • Karl's Father
    Jack Lee
    • Jack
    Olivia Draguicevich
    Olivia Draguicevich
    • Lilly
    Daniel Dasent
    Daniel Dasent
    • Desky
    Phillip Yeager
    • Rex Roth
    Gary Chason
    • Ray
    Larry Dodson
    • Steve Poochini
    Jenny Star Shackleton
    • Sugar Buffet
    • (as Jenny Anderson)
    Alex Draguicevich
    • Young Boy
    Andrew Hunter Sherman
    • Doe
    Ben Idom
    • Pancakes Carter
    Cheryl Bliss
    • The Red
    Diane Bernard
    • Cynthia
    Eryn Buchanan
    • Child 2
    • Directors
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      • Ben Foster
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    steve-3345

    A great thriller

    An intense and twisting storyline with a wonderful assembly of talented actors. Strings is about a musician who discovers his therapist is manipulating patients into committing crimes. This movie is in a category of films that you just love to see succeed. It is a first feature film, but with a rich plot line and exceptional cinematography it certainly doesn't look that way. Mark Dennis and Ben Foster bring in some less known talent that you may not have heard of but will certainly see a lot more of. Production is in the micro-budget category, built on the passion and hard work of not only the crew and cast, but all of the family members and friends who help make movies like this happen. Check this one out when it comes around.
    9bdshipma

    One that would be remembered and deserving of awards.

    Intense movie, never a dull moment. Great how it can be an action film and a chick flick without ever feeling like it. Can't wait to see it again!

    There are many subtleties that make the movie more interesting. Makes a person really think about the "strings" that bind them and what lengths you would go to, to protect and cherish those strings.

    The casting was right on, capturing perfect looks and personalities for the roles.

    Again, keeps you interested the entire movie. Great to see a real entertainment movie again. One that would be remembered and deserving of awards.
    10colbyreeveshahaha

    Unpredictable thriller with a heart! Not what we expected

    My boyfriend and I caught STRINGS at the Long Island Film Expo a couple weeks ago and have been talking about it ever since. There's something about this movie that sits with you for a while, kind of like Memento and the Salton Sea. Maybe it's the heavily-tattooed protagonist being soft-spoken and having women issues in all three of them :) It didn't feel like an independent movie at all, the pacing and production quality were Hollywood caliber and the story was something that, for the first time in years, my boyfriend said "I've never seen a movie like that"....I wish we could buy a DVD! We've told all our friends about it and getting to meet the talented filmmakers was such a great experience. The cast was incredible, the story was incredible, the directing was incredible, I can't say enough good things about this movie. If the STRINGS people are reading this, thank you for making my boyfriend cry!
    Kateali2

    Amazing

    I have seen this movie twice with different people and all of us were mesmerized both times. I am always amazed at what comes from writer's minds, but this was an especially interesting idea and it really did make me thinks about the Strings in my life. I can't wait until it is in Theaters across the country. Billy Harvey reminded me of that old line "don't just act, stand there". He conveyed volumes with a look. Very impressive for a newcomer. I, too, would give this movie a Best Ensemble award. I wanted each and every one of them to win their particular fight. I also loved the music, particularly Billy's theme song. It was haunting. I was delighted when he won the award for Best Song. This is a very talented group of actors and I am hoping they get the recognition they deserve.
    8mooney-ij

    Amazing 1st film from two industry up and comers

    Strings is a great movie that has suspense, romance and action. The film has a very good cast that gives it a professionalism you don't find often in indie movies. Also, the score is just amazing. It really takes the film to another level.

    Mark Dennis and Ben Foster did an unbelievable job considering that this is first feature film. I'm excited to see what comes next from the pair.

    I'm pretty sure Stings is being show at a wide variety of film festivals around the country and I highly recommend you checking it out if you can. I saw it at the Breckenridge Festival, but I think they have a full list of the showings on their site.

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      Olivia lost almost all of her baby teeth during the production of the movie.
    • Quotes

      Jack: You always want to leave things better than you found them. The trick is to know when to walk away.

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    • Release date
      • June 10, 2011 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • Austin, Texas, USA
    • Production companies
      • Pad Thai Pictures
      • Fosterfilm Productions
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      • $650,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 38m(98 min)
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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