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Duration: 59 sec. | Nudity: yes | Creator: Ribero |
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File Format: AOMedia Video 1 (WebM/AV1) | Resolution: 720x400 | Added: 2007-Oct-26 |
Alternate Names: Alison Elizabeth Pill, آلیسون پیل, 艾莉森·皮爾, 알리슨 필
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Alison Pill began her acting career at age 12, initially appearing in various films and television shows. Born in Toronto, Canada, she transitioned to adult roles with prominence, notably in 'Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen' (2004) and 'Dear Wendy' (2005). Her breakthrough came as part of the ensemble cast in 'The Book of Daniel' (2006), followed by a Tony Award nomination for her performance in 'The Lieutenant of Inishmore'. She has since appeared in several notable films like 'Milk' (2008), 'Scott Pilgrim vs. the World' (2010), and 'Midnight in Paris' (2011). Pill's television credits include 'In Treatment', 'The Newsroom', 'American Horror Story: Cult', 'Star Trek: Picard', 'Devs', and 'Them'.
Release Year: 2005
Nation: Denmark, France, United Kingdom
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Director: Thomas Vinterberg
Writer: Lars von Trier
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Companies: Lucky Punch, Nimbus Film, Zentropa Entertainments
Genre: Comedy, Comedy Film, Drama, Romance
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Keywords: friendship, pacifist, secret society, self esteem, underdog, west virginia
In the blue-collar American town of Estherslope, young loner Dick discovers a small handgun and feels drawn to it despite his pacifist views. He starts a secret club called The Dandies with his newfound partner, advocating for pacifism while carrying guns. Their membership grows, attracting other young outcasts. Sebastian joins them later as he fears local gangs due to his connection to Clarabelle, Dick's childhood nanny and Sebastian's grandmother. The Dandies try to protect Clarabelle but eventually face situations that challenge their strict pacifist rules.
Dear Wendy (2005), directed by Thomas Vinterberg, is a drama-comedy about friendship, self-esteem, and the complexities of pacifism among young outcasts in a West Virginian mining town. The film centers around Dick Dandelion, who forms The Dandies gang with his friends, adhering to strict pacifist rules despite carrying guns. Their beliefs are tested when they attempt to protect Sebastian, Clarabelle's grandson, from local gangs.