Nerdy high school senior Dizzy Harrison has finally gotten lucky -- after purposely getting expelled, he takes lessons in 'badass cool' from a convict and enrolls at a new school. But can he keep up the ruse?
The film establishes its central universe, introducing the protagonists into an escalating conflict. Directed by Ed Decter, this opening movement establishes high visual and thematic stakes that set the narrative journey into motion.
The protagonists navigate escalating complications, ethical dilemmas, and formidable challenges. Starring DJ Qualls, Eliza Dushku, Zooey Deschanel, the middle act intensifies dramatic momentum toward an inevitable turning point.
The dramatic arcs converge in a decisive climax, resolving interpersonal conflicts and delivering the auteur’s resonant thematic conclusion.
DJ Qualls
as Dizzy Harrison / Gil Harris
Eliza Dushku
as Danielle
Zooey Deschanel
as Nora
Lyle Lovett
as Bear Harrison
Jerod Mixon
as Kirk
Illeana Douglas
as Kiki Pierce
Parry Shen
as Glen
Kurt Fuller
as Mr. Undine
Julius Carry
as Coach
M.C. Gainey
as Clem
Eddie Griffin
as Luther
Sunny Mabrey
as CourtneyCinematographic negative, aspect ratios & laboratory mastering sheet
| Aspect Ratios | 2.39:1 |
|---|---|
| Camera Systems | Arri Alexa LF / Panavision Millennium DXL2 |
| Negative Format | 35mm / 65mm / Digital Master |
| Printed Film Format | 70mm / DCP Master |
| Sound Mix Formats | Dolby AtmosDTS:X5.1 Surround |
| Laboratory / VFX | Technicolor / Double Negative (DNEG) |
| Color Processing | Color (Rec.709 / DCI-P3 Mastering) |
| Official Runtime | 88 min |
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