Way back around Sundance time I told you about Waitress, a sweet little indie film about love and pie. It stars Keri Russell as diner waitress Jenna who bakes pies and gives them endearing names. Unhappily married, she tries to come to terms with her new-found pregnancy when a new man comes to town, turning her little ol' life upside down.
Waitress was directed by Adrienne Shelly who died tragically last November when she was murdered by a 19-year-old construction worker. Thus, the fact that Waitress is being applauded by critics is bittersweet — Shelly would have been so pleased. In her honor, Shelly's husband Andy Ostroy started The Adrienne Shelly Foundation which benefits female filmmakers. The movie opens in select cities this Wednesday May 2. Check out my review later this week, and for now you can watch the trailer if you read more
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I really want to see this! The preview looks really cute.
1R.I.P Shelly.
2I cant wait to see this movie.
I remember reading the story of her murder - how sad. I hope the movie is successful and well-received, as a tribute to her memory.
3Nathan Fillion?!? My Favorite!!! Matlock?!? My other favorite!!
4How sad...we must all see the movie in her honor. Plus with Keri Russell, why wouldn't I go see it!!
5I love Keri Russell and am excited to see this! That is very sad about the director though...
6This looks wonderful. Looking forward to reading your review, Buzz. Hope the movie is a box office success as a tribute to Adrienne Shelly.
7My hubby and I just saw this this weekend. It was really really good. I laughed so hard and then cried too. Of course, I love Keri Russell. I own the Felicity series and watched it religiously when it was still on the air. I think she is adorable and very likeable on screen.
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