It is a tribute to the creator of this film, Adrienne Shelley, that she left such wonderful memories with this viewer. Firstly, when we discovered her in the early Hal Hartley's films. She was a dynamo; she packed such strength in her tiny body that she loomed bigger than life in most of her screen appearances. We also had the opportunity to catch her in one of her rare theatre appearances at the Ohio theatre in New York in a play that wasn't that great, but every time she was on stage, Ms. Shelley projected a fantastic intelligence and wit.
"Waitress" was a labor of love for Adrianne Shelley. As a writer and director, she was generous to a fault. She always took a step back to let others shine, as is the case in this film. This film reflects how far she had gone in her work as well as the bright future she had ahead of her. All that, alas, was taken away from Ms. Shelley in a senseless moment by a deranged mind.
The best thing in the film is Keri Russell, who as Jenna gives a good performance. Nathan Fillion is seen as Dr. Pomatter, a confused individual who loses his head when he meets Jenna. Jeremy Sisto appears as Jenna's abusive husband Earl. Cheryl Hines, Andy Griffith, Eddy Jemison and Ms. Shelley complete the supporting cast.
Even though Adrienne Shelley is not with us, she'll live forever through the films in which she appeared. Let's hope she's smiling at us from heaven.
"Waitress" was a labor of love for Adrianne Shelley. As a writer and director, she was generous to a fault. She always took a step back to let others shine, as is the case in this film. This film reflects how far she had gone in her work as well as the bright future she had ahead of her. All that, alas, was taken away from Ms. Shelley in a senseless moment by a deranged mind.
The best thing in the film is Keri Russell, who as Jenna gives a good performance. Nathan Fillion is seen as Dr. Pomatter, a confused individual who loses his head when he meets Jenna. Jeremy Sisto appears as Jenna's abusive husband Earl. Cheryl Hines, Andy Griffith, Eddy Jemison and Ms. Shelley complete the supporting cast.
Even though Adrienne Shelley is not with us, she'll live forever through the films in which she appeared. Let's hope she's smiling at us from heaven.