The Big Ask (2014)

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OpusData ID: 208300100
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Synopsis

Three couples head to the desert to help their friend Andrew heal from the loss of his mother. The friends plan a week of laughter and rejuvenation. Andrew plans a therapeutic orgy.

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Movie Details

Domestic Releases: May 30th, 2014 (Limited) by TriBeca Films
Video Release: May 20th, 2014 by Tribeca
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Running Time: 90 minutes
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Keywords: Sexual Fetishism, Prostitution, Early / Simultaneous Video-on-Demand release, Depression, Relationships Gone Wrong
Source:Original Screenplay
Genre:Black Comedy
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Contemporary Fiction
Production/Financing Companies: Ace of Service, Sparkhouse Media, Covert Productions
Production Countries: United States
Languages: English

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Lead Ensemble Members

Gillian Jacobs    Emily
Zachary Knighton    Dave
David Krumholtz    Andrew
Melanie Lynskey    Hannah
Ahna O'Reilly    Zoe
Jason Ritter    Owen

Supporting Cast

Dale Dickey    Lorie
French Stewart    Rich
Ned Beatty    Old Man Carl
Tara Karsian    Ms. CP

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Production and Technical Credits

Thomas Beatty    Director
Rebecca Fishman    Director
Thomas Beatty    Screenwriter
Thomas Beatty    Producer
Jennifer Westin    Producer
Karina Miller    Executive Producer
Todd Ulman    Co-Producer
Aaron Kavalchik    Director of Photography
Eric Potter    Editor
Tom McMillan    Production Designer
Tracey Moulton    Costume Designer
Andy Gowan    Music Supervisor
Julian Wass    Composer
Kerry Barden    Casting Director
Paul Schnee    Casting Director
Rich Delia    Casting Director

Limited Releases are the Best

May 30th, 2014

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Synopsis

Three couples head to the desert to help their friend Andrew heal from the loss of his mother. The friends plan a week of laughter and rejuvenation. Andrew plans a therapeutic orgy.

Metrics

Movie Details

Domestic Releases: May 30th, 2014 (Limited) by TriBeca Films
Video Release: May 20th, 2014 by Tribeca
MPAA Rating: Not Rated
Running Time: 90 minutes
Comparisons: Create your own comparison chart…
Keywords: Sexual Fetishism, Prostitution, Early / Simultaneous Video-on-Demand release, Depression, Relationships Gone Wrong
Source:Original Screenplay
Genre:Black Comedy
Production Method:Live Action
Creative Type:Contemporary Fiction
Production/Financing Companies: Ace of Service, Sparkhouse Media, Covert Productions
Production Countries: United States
Languages: English

Lead Ensemble Members

Gillian Jacobs    Emily
Zachary Knighton    Dave
David Krumholtz    Andrew
Melanie Lynskey    Hannah
Ahna O'Reilly    Zoe
Jason Ritter    Owen

Supporting Cast

Dale Dickey    Lorie
French Stewart    Rich
Ned Beatty    Old Man Carl
Tara Karsian    Ms. CP

For a description of the different acting role types we use to categorize acting perfomances, see our Glossary.

Production and Technical Credits

Thomas Beatty    Director
Rebecca Fishman    Director
Thomas Beatty    Screenwriter
Thomas Beatty    Producer
Jennifer Westin    Producer
Karina Miller    Executive Producer
Todd Ulman    Co-Producer
Aaron Kavalchik    Director of Photography
Eric Potter    Editor
Tom McMillan    Production Designer
Tracey Moulton    Costume Designer
Andy Gowan    Music Supervisor
Julian Wass    Composer
Kerry Barden    Casting Director
Paul Schnee    Casting Director
Rich Delia    Casting Director

Limited Releases are the Best

May 30th, 2014

Vi ar bast! poster

It's a mixed bag for limited releases with a number of movies earning weak reviews or that have almost no chance at the box office. There are also some that are good enough to thrive, like Elena - Reviews or Lucky Them - Reviews. But the best movie according to critics is We are the Best! - Reviews. More...

Weekend Box Office Performance

Daily Box Office Performance

Weekly Box Office Performance

Full financial estimates for this film, including domestic and international box office, video sales, video rentals, TV and ancillary revenue are available through our research services at a cost. For more information, please contact us at research@the-numbers.com.