Official Movie Website Theatrical Release 01/14/2011 Home Video Not Available MPAA Rating Rated PG-13 for mature thematic material, some drug use and language Running Time 92 Minutes Genre Drama Director John Cameron Mitchell Writer David Lindsay-Abaire Cast Nicole Kidman, Aaron Eckhart, Dianne Wiest, Tammy Blanchard, Miles Teller, Giancarlo Esposito, Jon Tenney, Patricia Kalember, Julie Lauren, Sandra Oh Studio Lionsgate |
RABBIT HOLE (2010)
SYNOPSIS
RABBIT HOLE is a vivid, hopeful, honest and unexpectedly
witty portrait of a family searching for what remains
possible in the most impossible of all... RABBIT HOLE is a
vivid, hopeful, honest and unexpectedly witty portrait of a
family searching for what remains possible in the most
impossible of all situations.
Becca and Howie Corbett (NICOLE KIDMAN and AARON
ECKHART) are returning to their everyday existence in the
wake of a shocking, sudden loss. Just eight months ago,
they were a happy suburban family with everything they
wanted. Now, they are caught in a maze of memory,
longing, guilt, recrimination, sarcasm and tightly
controlled rage from which they cannot escape. While
Becca finds pain in the familiar, Howie finds comfort.
The shifts come in abrupt, unforeseen moments. Becca
hesitantly opens up to her opinionated, loving mother
(DIANNE WIEST) and secretly reaches out to the teenager
involved in the accident that changed everything (MILES
TELLER); while Howie lashes out and imagines solace
with another woman (SANDRA OH). Yet, as off track as
they are, the couple keeps trying to find their way back to
a life that still holds the potential for beauty, laughter and
happiness. The resulting journey is an intimate glimpse
into two people learning to re-engage with each other and
a world that has been tilted off its axis.
RABBIT HOLE is a vivid, hopeful, honest and unexpectedly
witty portrait of a family searching for what remains
possible in the most impossible of all... RABBIT HOLE is a
vivid, hopeful, honest and unexpectedly witty portrait of a
family searching for what remains possible in the most
impossible of all situations.
Becca and Howie Corbett (NICOLE KIDMAN and AARON
ECKHART) are returning to their everyday existence in the
wake of a shocking, sudden loss. Just eight months ago,
they were a happy suburban family with everything they
wanted. Now, they are caught in a maze of memory,
longing, guilt, recrimination, sarcasm and tightly
controlled rage from which they cannot escape. While
Becca finds pain in the familiar, Howie finds comfort.
The shifts come in abrupt, unforeseen moments. Becca
hesitantly opens up to her opinionated, loving mother
(DIANNE WIEST) and secretly reaches out to the teenager
involved in the accident that changed everything (MILES
TELLER); while Howie lashes out and imagines solace
with another woman (SANDRA OH). Yet, as off track as
they are, the couple keeps trying to find their way back to
a life that still holds the potential for beauty, laughter and
happiness. The resulting journey is an intimate glimpse
into two people learning to re-engage with each other and
a world that has been tilted off its axis.
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The sensational Broadway play, Rabbit Hole has been brilliantly adapted by its original playwright, David
Lindsay-Abaire into a realistic touching drama sharing the same name starring Nicole Kidman (Cold
Mountain, Moulin Rouge) and Aaron Eckhart (Thank You for Not Smoking, The Dark Knight). These two
veteran actors give such outstanding performances that audiences are transported into the rabbit hole
they have fallen into while trying to deal with the accidental death of their four year old son. With the
amazing direction of Director John Cameron Mitchell (Hedwig and The Angry Itch, Shortbus) the grieving
process of Becca (Kidman) and Howie (Eckhart) is brought to life on the big screen. Audiences are able
to actually feel the pain and suffering of this once perfect couple as they try and rebuild their lives. Humor
is skillfully placed throughout the film and the use of sporadic flashbacks sets the stage for their life
previous to the accident. The focus is mainly on the difference between the way Becca and Howie deal
with their loss and whether they will be able to continue their life together. This heartfelt drama is so
realistic and raw that audiences are sure to weep alongside with its characters.
Lindsay-Abaire into a realistic touching drama sharing the same name starring Nicole Kidman (Cold
Mountain, Moulin Rouge) and Aaron Eckhart (Thank You for Not Smoking, The Dark Knight). These two
veteran actors give such outstanding performances that audiences are transported into the rabbit hole
they have fallen into while trying to deal with the accidental death of their four year old son. With the
amazing direction of Director John Cameron Mitchell (Hedwig and The Angry Itch, Shortbus) the grieving
process of Becca (Kidman) and Howie (Eckhart) is brought to life on the big screen. Audiences are able
to actually feel the pain and suffering of this once perfect couple as they try and rebuild their lives. Humor
is skillfully placed throughout the film and the use of sporadic flashbacks sets the stage for their life
previous to the accident. The focus is mainly on the difference between the way Becca and Howie deal
with their loss and whether they will be able to continue their life together. This heartfelt drama is so
realistic and raw that audiences are sure to weep alongside with its characters.
By Brenda S. Ladd
RABBIT HOLE is directed by John Cameron Mitchell (HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH) from a script by
acclaimed playwright David Lindsay-Abaire, adapted from his Pulitzer Prize-winning play. The cast, led by
Academy Award winner Nicole Kidman (THE HOURS, Actress in a Leading Role, 2002) and Golden Globe
nominee Aaron Eckhart, includes two-time Oscar winner Dianne Wiest (HANNAH AND HER SISTERS,
Actress in a Supporting Role, 1986; BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, Actress in a Supporting Role, 1994),
Tammy Blanchard, Miles Teller, Giancarlo Esposito, Jon Tenney and Sandra Oh. -- (C) Lionsgate
acclaimed playwright David Lindsay-Abaire, adapted from his Pulitzer Prize-winning play. The cast, led by
Academy Award winner Nicole Kidman (THE HOURS, Actress in a Leading Role, 2002) and Golden Globe
nominee Aaron Eckhart, includes two-time Oscar winner Dianne Wiest (HANNAH AND HER SISTERS,
Actress in a Supporting Role, 1986; BULLETS OVER BROADWAY, Actress in a Supporting Role, 1994),
Tammy Blanchard, Miles Teller, Giancarlo Esposito, Jon Tenney and Sandra Oh. -- (C) Lionsgate
