A Little Help (2010)
It's a movie for everyone whose life has been thrown off-course, out of whack, or simply not turned out the way they planned it. In other words, it's a movie for everyone, period. Set in suburban Long Island in the summer of 2002, with the psychic wounds of 9/11 still fresh, A Little Help is a story that takes a comic, searching and profoundly empathetic look at a few pivotal months in the life of dental hygienist Laura Pehlke (Jenna Fischer)-an ordinary woman whose life suddenly flies off the rails-and her heroic efforts to re-establish a sense of security and normalcy for herself and her son.
Cast
- Jenna Fischer - Laura
- Chris O'Donnell - Bob
- Kim Coates - Mel Kaminsky
- Lesley Ann Warren - Joan
- Sara Kapner - Wendy Helms
- Brooke Smith - Kathy Helms
- Daniel Yelsky - Dennis Pehlke
- Jay Klaitz - Patient
- Rob Benedict - Paul Helms
- Zach Page - Kyle Helms
Screenplay
- Michael J. Weithorn (Screenplay)
Themes
Battle with Depression and Hope, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, Profound Sadness and Tears, Quiet Resignation to Fate, Profound Melancholy and Autumn Mood
Keywords
new york city, husband wife relationship, summer camp, workaholic, marriage crisis, sadness, brother-in-law, private school, stress, liar, dysfunctional family, helplessness, grandparents, parenting, anger
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Little Help about?
- It's a movie for everyone whose life has been thrown off-course, out of whack, or simply not turned out the way they planned it. In other words, it's a movie for everyone, period. Set in suburban Long Island in the summer of 2002, with the psychic wounds of 9/11 still fresh, A Little Help is a story that takes a comic, searching and profoundly empathetic look at a few pivotal months in the life of dental hygienist Laura Pehlke (Jenna Fischer)-an ordinary woman whose life suddenly flies off the rails-and her heroic efforts to re-establish a sense of security and normalcy for herself and her son.
- Who directed A Little Help?
- A Little Help was directed by Michael J. Weithorn.
- Who stars in A Little Help?
- A Little Help stars Jenna Fischer, Chris O'Donnell, Kim Coates, Lesley Ann Warren, Sara Kapner, Brooke Smith.
- How long is A Little Help?
- A Little Help has a runtime of 1h 49m (109 minutes).
- What genre is A Little Help?
- A Little Help is a Drama, Comedy film.
- How much did A Little Help gross?
- A Little Help grossed $96,868 worldwide.
- Where was A Little Help produced?
- A Little Help was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of A Little Help?
- The themes of A Little Help include: Battle with Depression and Hope, Struggling to Save a Failing Marriage, Profound Sadness and Tears, Quiet Resignation to Fate, Profound Melancholy and Autumn Mood.