Polsky Films announced a November 8, 2013 release for THE MOTEL LIFE in 15 cities nationwide day and date with Video On Demand via digital entertainment curator, FilmBuff. The film depicts a pair of working-class brothers who flee their Reno motel after getting involved in a fatal hit-and-run accident. Emile Hirsch, Stephen Dorff, and Dakota Fanning lead the cast, which also features Kris Kristofferson and Joshua Leonard. THE MOTEL LIFE received four awards at the Rome Film Festival, including the prestigious Audience Award, and is based on the acclaimed novel “The Motel Life” by Willy Vlautin. The film will expand beyond the initial 15 markets after November 8th.
Directors Alan and Gabriel Polsky remarked “We were inspired and touched by the strength of Frank and Jerry Lee’s relationship, and their ability to transcend their circumstances with imagination, hope, and humor. It was an exciting challenge to blend live action and animation to capture Frank and Jerry Lee’s world. We can’t wait to share their story with audiences.”
Author of “The Motel Life”, Willy Vlautin, said “The Polskys’ THE MOTEL LIFE captures the heart of the novel and brings the Flannigan brothers’ Reno alive.”
THE MOTEL LIFE was produced by the Polsky brothers, as well, alongside Ann Ruark. It was written by Noah Harpster and Micah Fitzerman-Blue.
FilmBuff will release the film on VOD in the US on all leading digital platforms including iTunes, Amazon Instant Video, Cable Movies On Demand, Google Play, Xbox Video, Sony Playstation, Cinemanow and Vudu.
FILM SYNOPSIS:
THE MOTEL LIFE explores the intense bond between two brothers living on the fringes of Reno, Nevada. They grew up depending on each other and their big imaginations to escape the challenges of their transient life. When one of the brothers is involved in a fatal accident, it forces both of them to choose between running or facing reality. It is a story of brotherhood, shared dreams and the redemptive power of hope.