Death of a Saleswoman 
| Directed by: | Donna Wheeler |
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| Written by: | Donna Wheeler |
| Starring: | Melissa Papp, Justin Melvey, Cynthia Mann, Katie Dawson, Mark McCracken |
| Country: | U S A |
| Created: | 2008 |
| Runtime: | 77 min. |
| Member: | DonnaW |
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Average rating: 4.91 by 11 users
Film Description:
Synopsis
6 housewives. 1 dead body. A trunk full of plastic storage ware. A top-ranking saleswoman is mysteriously murdered in a small town and all who knew her are under suspicion.
Forms: Experimental, Narrative Fiction, Feature
Genres: Alternative, Family, Comedy, Microcinema, Underground, Avant-garde, Crime, Cult, Independent, Spoof, Mockumentary, Satire, Dramedy, Art
Niches: Asian, Asian American, Women, Student, Youth/Teen, Children
Screenings & Events
Kansas International Film Festival
Film Festival
Awards: Nomination: Best Feature
Overland Park, U S A
September 2006
Broad Humor Abroad Festival
Film Festival
Roma, Italy
January 2007
Gem City Film Festival
Film Festival
Awards: Best Feature
Palatka, U S A
January 2007
Cast & Crew
Calvin Kim (Coproducer), Donna Wheeler (Director (1st Feature), Producer, Executive Producer)
WritingDonna Wheeler (Writer (1st Project,1st Feature))
PerformanceBrian Lally (Supporting Actor), Christina Helena (Voice-Over), Cynthia Mann (Lead Actor), Justin Melvey (Lead Actor), Katie Dawson (Lead Actor), Mark McCracken (Lead Actor), Melissa Papp (Lead Actor), Michael Hughes (Supporting Actor), Ursula Burton (Supporting Actor)
CameraLon Magdich (Cinematographer/DP), Paul Mayne (Cinematographer/DP)
Art DepartmentCalvin Kim (Production Designer), Marina Leyza (Costume Designer), Samuel Adams (Art Director), Terrence Fine (Art Director)
Post ProductionAlexandra Mende (Picture Editor), Arlan Boll (Sound Editor), Aura Johnson (Picture Editor), Bruce Barris (Sound Editor), Gabrielle Thorbourn (Picture Editor), Heather Weide (Picture Editor), Jay Nierenberg (Sound Editor), Rickley Dumm (Sound Editor), Scot Kelly (Picture Editor), Steve Mann (Sound Editor)
MusicJesper Kyd (Original Music/Composer), Randy Jones (Original Music/Composer)
RepresentationDonna Wheeler (Publicist)
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Ratings
FilmGuru
DOAS is a funny, quirky comedy with characters that seem real and satirical at the same time. The dialogue is filled with humorous lines almost surreal in context. Wheeler is one to watch!
scotk
Inventive and fresh, the film has an edgy indie feel, but keeps tongue firmly in cheek. Smartly written and presented in an engaging style, its a definite audience pleaser.
JessicaM
This was a great film complete with offbeat, cartoonish characters and a unique plot. With this said, what I love most is that beneath the layers of comedy sits a very humanistic need and desire shown through the eyes of the main character. What could be better - a film that I can relate to, laugh to, and enjoy?
TINA
Donna this is the best thing I have ever ever ever ever seeing..... R u back yet or not? What's the deal kid.
11 Comments about Death of a Saleswoman
May 02, 2008 05:00PM
Hey donna!!!
Long time no see (maybe since IFP 2000???) - hope to bump into you at Cannes 2008 - I'm taking my short film "I Heard the Mermaids Singing" (I�m adaptor, producer, actor, director) to the Short Film Corner.
yours - Victoria (aka Mayor Delta Tripp)
www.iheardthemermaidssinging.com
Jul 11, 2007 03:36AM
I have ordered and paid for my copybut i haven't heard from you to say it's on it's way. I really need this film please get in touch with me ASAP kmchenery@optusnet.com.au
Jun 01, 2007 09:06AM
Hey Donna! I want an autographed copy! You remember me right, I cut the trailer (and a bit of the film) and stayed up nights talking about the plot! Miss you. //tom
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Mar 08, 2007 09:01AM
We would love to review your film!
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Oct 05, 2006 01:03PM
looks great!
Sep 05, 2006 07:10AM
Congrats!
Aug 29, 2006 01:00PM
Quite a facinating concept!
Cheers,
Indi-Kaps
Mar 27, 2006 03:18PM
This is a great film that's guaranteed to make you laugh with it's offbeat, cartoonish characters and unique plot. Even so, what I love most about this film is that beneath the layers of comedy sits a very humanistic need and desire that comes out in the desperate actions taken by the film's main character. Just fabulous - innovative, great characters, and something to relate to. What could be better?
-JessicaM
Jan 30, 2006 12:04PM
thanks for the awesome support, folks! same back at ya
Jan 29, 2006 08:10PM
Super job! Entertaining! Hope to see you in Dallas soon!
Jan 26, 2006 02:00PM
Awesome to see this here! The dvd looks great. We're all rooting for you!
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