The Acting Class (2000)
The Acting Class (2000), directed by Elizabeth Holder, starring Jill Hennessy and Elizabeth Holder.
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Synopsis
A comedy about an exceptionally dysfunctional acting class. Playing unsuspecting college students, Liz and Jill set off to find the most influential acting teacher of the decade and soon discover a heralded guru named Kenneth LaPoubelle. After a visit to Ken's class and a series of interviews with his present and former students, they realize that Ken's reputation might exceed his talent.
- Elizabeth HolderDirector
- Jill HennessyDirector, Screenplay
- Elizabeth DownerEditing
About the film
The Acting Class is a 2000 American independent film directed by and starring Jill Hennessy and Elizabeth Holder. The film's supporting cast includes many of Hennessy's former Law & Order castmates, including Chris Noth, Jerry Orbach, and Benjamin Bratt, and Alec Baldwin as himself.
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The Acting Class is a 2000 American independent film directed by and starring Jill Hennessy and Elizabeth Holder. The film's supporting cast includes many of Hennessy's former Law & Order castmates, including Chris Noth, Jerry Orbach, and Benjamin Bratt, and Alec Baldwin as himself.
External links
The Acting Class at IMDb
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Trivia
- It premiered on April 29, 2000, a Saturday.
- This film's quiz has 7 questions — enough to play more than once without repeats.
Production
- CountriesUnited States
- StatusReleased
Cast
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Jill Hennessy
Amanda Smythe/Jill/Anonymous - Elizabeth Holder Liz
- Jody Booth Starr De Moore
- Ken Murton Kenneth LaPoubelle
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Jacqueline Hennessy
Jacquie Everton -
Will Arnett
Will Bennett -
Paolo Mastropietro
Paolo Conte -
Austin Pendleton
Bobby Austin -
Chris Noth
Martin Ballsac -
Jerry Orbach
Self -
Alec Baldwin
Self -
Regina King
Self -
Benjamin Bratt
Self -
Angie Harmon
Self -
Courtney B. Vance
Self -
Denis O'Hare
Self - Stephen Wertimer Self
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Nisha Ganatra
Exotic Dancer
Quiz about this movie
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Jim Jefferies: Freedumb
7.3
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6.4
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Chris Rock: Kill the Messenger Comedy from the 2000s
7.6
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6.6
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Ricky Gervais: SuperNatureza
7.4
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Bill Burr: You People Are All The Same
7.6
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Jim Jefferies: Intolerant
7.1
Crew
- Elizabeth Holder Director
- Jill Hennessy Director
- Elizabeth Downer Editing
- Jill Hennessy Screenplay
Questions about this film
What is The Acting Class about?
The Acting Class: A comedy about an exceptionally dysfunctional acting class. Playing unsuspecting college students, Liz and Jill set off to find the most influential acting teacher of the decade and soon discover a heralded guru named Kenneth LaPoubelle. After a visit to Ken's class and a series of interviews with his present and form…
Who directed The Acting Class?
The Acting Class was directed by Elizabeth Holder and Jill Hennessy in 2000.
Who stars in The Acting Class?
The cast of The Acting Class includes Jill Hennessy, Elizabeth Holder, Jody Booth, Ken Murton and Jacqueline Hennessy.
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