A Million Little Piecesis a 2018psychological dramafilm directed bySam Taylor-Johnson,and written by Sam andAaron Taylor-Johnson.Based on the 2003 semi-fictionalbook of the same namebyJames Frey,it follows Frey, a drug-addicted young man, who checks himself into a rehabilitation center to battle his addiction. Aaron Taylor-Johnson stars as Frey, and co-starsBilly Bob Thornton,Odessa Young,Giovanni Ribisi,Juliette Lewis,andCharlie Hunnam.
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| Directed by | Sam Taylor-Johnson |
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| Based on | A Million Little Pieces byJames Frey |
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| Cinematography | Jeff Cronenweth |
| Edited by | Martin Pensa |
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Running time | 113 minutes |
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| Language | English |
| Box office | $89,825[2] |
A Million Little Piecespremiered at the2018 Toronto International Film Festival,and was released in the United States byMomentum Pictureson December 6, 2019, and internationally byEntertainment One.It received mixed reviews from critics.
Premise
editAn alcoholic and a drug addict, 23 year-oldJameshas two options: treatment or death. After waking up on a plane with a smashed up face and no memory of the past few weeks, he heads to rehab where he discovers much more than detox and therapy. As James endures the white-knuckle journey of mending his broken body, he heals his broken soul by connecting with other kindred spirits who also yearn and fight for a better life.[3]
Cast
edit- Aaron Taylor-JohnsonasJames Frey
- Billy Bob Thorntonas Leonard
- Odessa Youngas Lilly
- Giovanni Ribisias John Everett
- Juliette Lewisas Joanne
- Charlie Hunnamas Bob Frey, Jr.
- David Dastmalchianas Roy
- Charles Parnellas Miles Davis
- Andy Buckleyas Dr. Stevens
- Ryan Hurstas Hank
- Dash Mihokas Lincoln
- Eugene Byrdas Matty
- Tom Amandesas Dr. Baker
- Dominic Pace as Cecil
- Drake Andrew as Ed
- Deep Rai as Ticket Officer
- Keith Barber as Old White Man
Production
editInitial rights for a film adaptation were held byWarner Bros. Pictures,which had shelved the project after it emerged the book was not a memoir as promoted, and the authorJames Freyfabricated elements of the story. In October 2017,Sam Taylor-Johnsonwas announced to be directing the film, with her husbandAaron Taylor-Johnsonattached to star.[4]
In January 2018,Billy Bob Thornton,Carla Juri,Charlie HunnamandGiovanni Ribisiwere added to the cast, with production beginning on January 25.[5]David DastmalchianandJuliette Lewiswere cast a few days later.[6][7]Odessa YoungandCharles Parnelljoined the cast in February, with Young replacing Juri.[8][9]
Music
editAtticus Ross,Leopold Rossand Claudia Sarne composed the film's score.Republic Recordsreleased the soundtrack with a score suite from the composers and songs byOtis Redding,Tom Waits,The Velvet Underground,Greta Van Fleetand others.[10][11]
Release
editA Million Little Piecespremiered at theToronto International Film Festivalin 2018. The film was released in select theaters and video-on-demand in the United States byMomentum Pictureson December 6, 2019, and internationally byEntertainment One(who also owns Momentum).[3]Additionally the film was released on DVD in the United States byUniversal Pictures Home Entertainmenton January 6, 2020.[12]It earned $89,825 at the international box office.[2]
Reception
editCritical response
editRotten Tomatoesgives the film an approval rating of 27%, based on 48 reviews, with an average rating of 5/10. The site's consensus reads, "While solidly cast and competently helmed,A Million Little Piecesamounts to little more than a well-intentioned but unpersuasive echo of a deeply problematic memoir. "[13]Metacriticgave the film a score of 45 out of 100 based on the opinions of 14 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews".[14]
References
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- ^abMomentum Pictures(November 13, 2019)."A Million Little Pieces - Official Red Band Trailer".YouTube.Google LLC.RetrievedDecember 2,2022.
- ^Kroll, Justin (October 24, 2017)."Sam Taylor-Johnson and Aaron Taylor-Johnson Team on 'Million Little Pieces'".Variety.RetrievedJuly 11,2022.
- ^Fleming, Mike Jr. (January 18, 2018)."Billy Bob Thornton, Carla Juri & Charlie Hunnam Join Aaron Taylor-Johnson in 'A Million Little Pieces'".Deadline.RetrievedJuly 11,2022.
- ^N'Duka, Amanda (January 29, 2021)."David Dastmalchian Joins 'A Million Little Pieces' & 'Die in a Gunfight'".Deadline.RetrievedJuly 11,2022.
- ^"Juliette Lewis Joins Aaron Taylor-Johnson in" A Million Little Pieces "Movie (Exclusive)".The Tracking Board.January 29, 2018.RetrievedJuly 11,2022.
- ^Kroll, Justin (February 6, 2018)."Assassination Nation' Star Odessa Young Joins 'A Million Little Pieces' (EXCLUSIVE)".Variety.RetrievedJuly 11,2022.
- ^N'Duka, Amanda (February 12, 2018)."Charles Parnell Cast in 'A Million Little Pieces'; Sony's 'Superfly' Adds Big Bank Black & Kaalan Walker".Deadline.RetrievedJuly 11,2022.
- ^"A Million Little Pieces".soundtrack.net.RetrievedJuly 12,2022.
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