Willie and Me
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| Directed by | Eva Hassmann |
| Written by | Eva Hassmann |
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| Cinematography | Marco Cappetta |
| Edited by | Ting Yu |
| Music by | Jherek Bischoff |
Production companies | Skyvalley Productions Hassmann Production Company |
| Distributed by | Quiver Distribution |
Release date | February 9, 2024 (United States) |
Running time | 87 minutes |
| Countries | Germany United States |
| Language | English |
Willie and Me is a 2023 German-American independent road comedy-drama film written and directed by Eva Hassmann in her directorial debut. The film stars Hassmann, Willie Nelson, Peter Bogdanovich (in his last screen appearance), Blaine Gray, Thure Riefenstein and Darby Stanchfield. The film follows a German housewife in a troubled marriage who travels toUnited States for Willie Nelson's farewell concert.[1]
The film premiered at the Oldenburg International Film Festival on September 13, 2023.[2] It is set to be released by Quiver Distribution in theaters and on demand on February 9, 2024.[3]
Cast
- Eva Hassmann as Greta Weingarten
- Willie Nelson as Willie Nelson/Bones
- Peter Bogdanovich as Charley
- Blaine Gray as Nick
- Thure Riefenstein as August Halsig
- Darby Stanchfield as Rebecca
Reception
The Hollywood Reporter critic Frank Scheck gave it a positive review writing: "Much like the songs of Willie Nelson that populate its soundtrack, the film relies on a general uplifting atmosphere as the indefatigable Greta stops at nothing to fulfill her dream."[1][4]
References
- ^ a b Scheck, Frank (September 15, 2023). "'Willie and Me' Review: A Disarmingly Silly Slice of Americana, Served Up German-Style".
- ^ Roxborough, Scott (August 11, 2023). "Willie Nelson Dramedy 'Willie and Me' to Open Oldenburg Film Festival".
- ^ Grobar, Matt (October 11, 2023). "Willie Nelson Pic 'Willie And Me' Sets Spring Release With Quiver Distribution; Road Trip Comedy Marks Late Peter Bogdanovich's Final Screen Performance".
- ^ "Willie and Me". www.metacritic.com.