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Based on the novel by Anne Tyler, "A Slipping Down Life" is the story of the peculiar courtship of an awkward young woman and a charismatic singer/songwriter, and the profound effect that their unlikely relationship has on eachother's lives and futures. Evie Decker (Lili Taylor) is a painfully timid young woman whose monotonous life consists of living with her reclusive widower father (Tom Bower) and working a dead-end job dressed in a rabbit costume at a rundown amusement park. Evie's quiet existence is shattered when she hears a late-night radio interview with struggling musician Drumstrings Casey (Guy Pearce). Evie is fascinated with his seductive voice and sultry lyrics and convinces her best friend Violet (Sara Rue) to go with her to the local roadhouse to see him perform. Seeing him in person, Evie becomes even more mesmerized by the handsome and brooding musicians. During one of Drum's shows, Evie's growing infatuation blends with obsession when she becomes so entranced by his singing that she actually cuts his name into her forehead with a piece of glass. Instead of regretting her action, she considers this her first step towards taking more control of her life. The stunt brings her to Drum's attention and he and his manager David Elliot (John Hawkes) decide to use her as a marketing gimmick at future shows. Evie's total faith in Drum's talent inspires and intrigues him while her role as his "muse" imparts Evie with uncharacteristic self-assurance. The physical attraction between Evie and Drum increases as their emotional need for one another becomes more and more apparent. The inspiration they find together to break out from the confines of low expectations and the ordinariness of small town life begins to conflict with the pursuit of their individual dreams. Together or apart they must decide which path will lead to the fulfillment of their newfound strength.
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Who stars in A Slipping-Down Life: Cast List
The Conjuring, Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials
Lookout, Sunrise
Small Town Crime, Lincoln
Gypsy 83, Dorfman In Love
Collateral, Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns
The Moguls, Senior Love Triangle
Bloodline Killer, The Grudge 3
Limbo, The Invasion
Who's making A Slipping-Down Life: Crew List
A look at the A Slipping-Down Life behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Toni Kalem last directed Layover.
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Production: What we know about A Slipping-Down Life?
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- 2004 - December: The film was set to Completed status.
A Slipping-Down Life Release Date: When was the film released?
A Slipping-Down Life was a release in 2004 on Friday, May 14, 2004. There were 4 other movies released on the same date, including Troy, Coffee and Cigarettes and Breakin' All the Rules.
A Slipping-Down Life DVD & Blu-ray Release Date: When was the film released?
A Slipping-Down Life was released on DVD & Blu-ray on Tuesday, October 19, 2004 .