Zac Efron - Dean Whipple (AAP) S&S #10 ~ "Efron, too, is stellar, giving further proof of what a fantastic actor he's becoming"

StormySky · 05-14-2013, 02:52 PM

Synopsis
A drama centered on an enterprising farmer whose plans cause problems within his family.
Henry Whipple (Dennis Quaid), a humorous farmer and seed-seller whose pursuit of expansion alienates his two sons and devoted wife, Irene. When his prodigal son does not return to the farm, Henry turns to his younger, rebellious son Dean (Zac Efron) who also rejects the family legacy to pursue his dreams of becoming a race car driver.

Official Trailer

Cast
Zac Efron ... Dean Whipple
Heather Graham ... Meredith Crown
Dennis Quaid ... Henry Whipple
Clancy Brown ... Jim Johnson
Kim Dickens ... Irene Whipple
Red West ... Cliff Whipple
Chelcie Ross ... Byron
John Hoogenakker ... Mr. Pritchard
Maika Monroe ... Cadence Farrow

Promo/Stills

News and Articles

Quaid, Efron on Bankside farm team - Entertainment News, Film News, Media - Variety

Michelle Savill at Killer Films NYC Blog #2 – Script to Screen

Monroe digs in for Bahrani role - Entertainment News, Film News, Media - Variety

Iowa Speedway: Zac Efron and Dennis Quaid Film Movie at Iowa Speedway: Iowa Entertainment, Events, Racing, Concerts

On Set Videos /Candids

Reviews

"It's beautifully shot, tremendously acted (by Quaid and Efron) and honestly, very affecting."
Telluride 2012: Ramin Bahrani's Extraordinary, Affecting 'At Any Price' | FirstShowing.net

"Zac Efron’s brooding good looks work well for the role of Dean, and the moments when he and Dennis Quaid are together the film really comes to life."
At Any Price | Review | Screen

"Bahrani has improbably secured the services of matinee dreamboat Efron, who looks more like a studio raffle prize circa 1957 with each passing film."
Review: Dennis Quaid and Zac Efron defeat the dream in smart, muscular At Any Price

"The two leads are in fine form here... the callow streak that Efron has often displayed as an actor has never felt as raw, vital and emotionally explosive as it does here."
Variety Reviews - At Any Price - Film Reviews - - Review by Justin Chang

"Efron does equally strong work. Continuing to distance himself from his origins as a pretty-boy teen idol, he brings an intense, brooding stillness to the screen here, simmering with the frustrations of small-town entrapment."
At Any Price: Venice Review - The Hollywood Reporter

Official At Any Price website

Potential Titles

This is a brave, layered film that challenges the wisdom of victory at any price.

From Flaunt:
What makes him so damn compelling is Efron's ability to convey Dean's sense of frustration by merely being there.

I wasn't watching Zac Efron play Dean Whipple, rebellious would-be NASCAR driver in Iowa; I was watching me as Dean Whipple played by Zac Efron.

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Define Obsession · 05-14-2013, 03:12 PM

Very nice OP, thanks for opening!

KateB · 05-14-2013, 04:26 PM

TFTNT! AAP is up to $124,534 in 50 theaters!

Define Obsession · 05-14-2013, 04:29 PM

Well that's good news. Kate are you still trying to figure out if you will make the 3 hr trek to go see it?

KateB · 05-14-2013, 04:50 PM

not going to happen, we're going 3 hours the other direction to see Grams brothers, no theaters anywhere near. Maybe some week if it hangs around.

heartunprepared · 05-15-2013, 05:00 AM

New thread, thank you!

begin again · 05-15-2013, 10:34 AM

TFTNT!

I'm going to see the movie on Friday

KateB · 05-15-2013, 11:01 AM

At Any Price Roundtable Interview - YouTube
don't know if this was already posted?

Define Obsession · 05-15-2013, 11:15 AM

Thanks Kate. I have seen the pics for a couple weeks I think but this is the first I have seen of the interview.

ETA: Wow, that was such wholesome goodness there!! I love Zac more every day when I see him in interviews like this. He talked about his dad and growing up more in this interview than I have ever seen him do. I have such love for Ramin, it's ridiculous. I see why Dennis and Zac praise him so much. He truly is a unique individual and I'm so glad Zac got to work with him. "Ramin, You're a mad-genius, a mad-genius!!

Zac Efron's # 1 fan · 05-15-2013, 11:40 AM

Thanks Shelle for opening the new thread. Kate Thanks for posting.

Seeing The Movie Next Friday

breakingfree88 · 05-15-2013, 01:09 PM

Thanks for the new thread Shelley.

Bradley, I'm so happy for you that you're going to see it next week

zefronlover2012 · 05-15-2013, 01:13 PM

Thanks for the interview Kate .

StormySky · 05-15-2013, 02:18 PM

You are all welcome for the new thread.

thanks for that link Kate, I will watch it tomorrow.

Zac Efron's # 1 fan · 05-15-2013, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by breakingfree88 (View Post)

Thanks for the new thread Shelley.

Bradley, I'm so happy for you that you're going to see it next week

Thanks I'm so excited can't wait.

KateB · 05-15-2013, 04:17 PM

it's a very relaxed, fun interview


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