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A moving tale of sacrifice and self-discovery; Tennessee is the story of three people who strive to realize their dreams. Brothers, Carter (Adam Rothenberg) and Ellis (Ethan Peck) set out on a road trip to their childhood home in a desperate search for their estranged father, who may hold the key to their future. Along the way, they are joined by Krystal (Mariah Carey), who is trying to escape a troubled life. These unlikely traveling companions are guided in their mutual journey by the conviction that the only way to a new life is by overcoming their past.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
TENNESSEE is a minimalist film: there is very little dialogue, not a lot of movement, not a huge climax. It just happens and while it is happening it changes you. Though it is a small budget film it makes a big impact, making us wish that there were more films like this to counterbalance all the big over the top bonanzas that seem to rule the theater circuit. It is gently written (by Russell Schaumburg), sensitive directed by Aaron Woodley, and acted with honesty by a fine young cast.
Ellis (Ethan Peck, definitely an actor on the rise) and Carter (Adam Rothenberg (ditto) are brothers; their mother is dead and their father has a history of abusing the boys to the point that Ellis and Carter no longer see him. Ellis is a photographer by hobby, taking photographs of mountains and landscapes in their Tennessee small town: Carter drinks too much but looks after his younger brother. Ellis is diagnosed as having leukemia and needs a bone marrow transplant - Carter offers but despite being siblings the match is not adequate. The brothers set out on a trip to be together and end up in New Mexico. But soon they are on the road again and in Texas they pause at a diner where they meet Krystal (Mariah Carey) waiting tables, but preferring to write songs. Seeing that the brothers have no money, Krystal takes them home - she is married to an alcoholic Texas Ranger Frank (Lance Reddick) who routinely beats her and demands that the 'freeloaders' be gone in the morning. The next morning the three of them take the car and head to Tennessee - the boys have decided that Ellis' only hope is to find their father to see if he is a candidate to donate bone marrow. The three are chased by Frank until they finally reach Tennessee where, for need of cash, Krystal sings in a nightclub contest and captures the audience's approval while she now has money to give to the brothers to find their father.
How these disparate, desperate people come together emotionally and the manner in which the story ends may seem too pat for some, but for viewers with vulnerable hearts this little film will be fulfilling. Each of the cast is excellent, but it is such a pleasure to see Mariah Carey in a role that merits her talent and find that she handles it so well is rewarding. It is a small story with a huge heart. Grady Harp, December 10
Ellis (Ethan Peck, definitely an actor on the rise) and Carter (Adam Rothenberg (ditto) are brothers; their mother is dead and their father has a history of abusing the boys to the point that Ellis and Carter no longer see him. Ellis is a photographer by hobby, taking photographs of mountains and landscapes in their Tennessee small town: Carter drinks too much but looks after his younger brother. Ellis is diagnosed as having leukemia and needs a bone marrow transplant - Carter offers but despite being siblings the match is not adequate. The brothers set out on a trip to be together and end up in New Mexico. But soon they are on the road again and in Texas they pause at a diner where they meet Krystal (Mariah Carey) waiting tables, but preferring to write songs. Seeing that the brothers have no money, Krystal takes them home - she is married to an alcoholic Texas Ranger Frank (Lance Reddick) who routinely beats her and demands that the 'freeloaders' be gone in the morning. The next morning the three of them take the car and head to Tennessee - the boys have decided that Ellis' only hope is to find their father to see if he is a candidate to donate bone marrow. The three are chased by Frank until they finally reach Tennessee where, for need of cash, Krystal sings in a nightclub contest and captures the audience's approval while she now has money to give to the brothers to find their father.
How these disparate, desperate people come together emotionally and the manner in which the story ends may seem too pat for some, but for viewers with vulnerable hearts this little film will be fulfilling. Each of the cast is excellent, but it is such a pleasure to see Mariah Carey in a role that merits her talent and find that she handles it so well is rewarding. It is a small story with a huge heart. Grady Harp, December 10
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Its a very touchy story of two brothers who happen to meet one woman and how they're lives changed. Its a story about changes and renewal of spirit. Very good and I hope to own it soon!!!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By bwelch89
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I love Mariah Carey in all her diva glory!!!! To my surprise she did not over-act the role she did really good and this was an awesome movie she did a great job I feel it should have went to theaters!!!!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
I like it
Thanks, it's perfect! The DVD arrived in Brazil very fast earlier than expected. i'm so happy. is beautiful and it is the same as shown on the site.
Published 11 months ago by André Costa
4.0 out of 5 stars
I was pleasantly surprised
Good movie. The story engaged me and the acting was well done. Mariah Carey was very good in the film.
Published 14 months ago by Scout
5.0 out of 5 stars
Surprised, great movie.
I really really enjoyed this movie. I was so impressed by Mariah's acting...and the story was really touching and moving. I definitely shed a number of tears... Read more
Published 16 months ago by ELISE
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing movie!!
You have to watch this movie. I absolutely loved it. A very touching and cathartic movie! Highly recommend buying it!! It's Mariah Carey! What's not to love!?
Published 22 months ago by Chris Ljucovic
4.0 out of 5 stars
If the movie a chance
i put off seeing this movie for a long time, i just didn't think it was going to be good. Also because i am cheap when it comes to buying movies. Lucky for me my mom has netflix. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Adryan E. Gregg
3.0 out of 5 stars
Good For Mariah Fans
This Movie is a very slow and quiet movie and even though i am a mariah carey fan the movie only got intresting when she apperared but all in all it was an ok movie not bad but the... Read more
Published on February 8, 2011 by Aysha A. ALRUWAISHED
1.0 out of 5 stars
Big Let Down
I love Mariah Carey she is one of my favorite singers, but in this movie I was expecting them to give her a much uplifting part, instead it was kind of sad that she was in a bad... Read more
Published on January 21, 2011 by Kimberly A-Oden
1.0 out of 5 stars
Abusive
Plot consists of an unrealistic string of failures and poverty. Such as, in order: Abusive husband to his wife and his son with stereotypic fight of son to save mother. Read more
Published on February 21, 2010 by G. Teslovich
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing movie!!!
Great story, great acting, great cast! The brothers are great and Mariah shines! amazing! go buy now!!!
Published on January 27, 2010 by richielee
5.0 out of 5 stars
I loved this movie!!!
I'm a huge Mariah Carey fan..This movie was very sad, yet very powerful..Many i believe can relate to this film...I don't wanna say to much without spoiling it.. Read more
Published on January 26, 2010 by Tabatha M. Mangum
