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HOUNDDOG (Dakota Fanning)

Director/Screenwriter:
Deborah Kampmeier

Robin Wright Penn and Dakota Fanning

Like a lily growing in the swamp, Lewellen, a precocious southern girl, radiates splendor amidst the murk that surrounds her. She is being raised by her abusive father and disciplinarian grandmother, and finds comfort, joy, and strength in music--she is obsessed with Elvis Presley and breaks into his songs whenever the mood strikes. In addition to music, playing in the woods with her friend, Buddy, brings a few other moments of childhood happiness. Their playing drifts toward innocent sexual games, however, and it becomes evident that Lewellen has a painful history that she keeps buried inside. When another tragedy strikes, will her spirit finally break, or will her inspiring resiliency carry her on?

A southern Gothic tale about a girl finding strength to overcome debilitating obstacles, Hounddog is endowed with a phenomenal performance by Dakota Fanning. She tackles an immensely challenging role--a role that would have scared off even the most seasoned of actors--with an awareness and ferocity that will leave audiences shaken to their core. Writer/director Deborah Kampmeier displays a delicate touch in handling the horrific events, which makes their impact even greater. Lacing the film with compelling imagery, she crafts a powerful story about an indomitable spirit and the power of the blues.— Trevor Groth

Screenwriter : Deborah Kampmeier
Executive Producers : Robin Wright Penn, Scott Franklin, Henri Kessler, Rebecca Cleary, Stacey Bakula
Producers : Jen Gatien, Raye Dowell, Deborah Kampmeier
Cinematographer : Ed Lachman, Jim Denault, Stephen Thompson
Editor : Sabine Hoffman
Production Designer : Tim Grimes
Composer : Me'Shell NdegéOcello
Cast : Dakota Fanning, Robin Wright Penn, David Morse, Piper Laurie, Afemo Omilami, Jill Scott