Written by Petty along with longtime friend, David Alan Grier, THE POKER HOUSE is based on Petty's own true life stories. As she puts it, “The stories are 100% true.
What was poker house based on?
The Poker House is a 2008 independent drama film, based on the true story of writer/director Lori Petty's childhood. Agnes, played by Jennifer Lawrence, is a 14-year-old high school student. She gets straight A's, works two jobs and is a star basketball player.
How old was Jennifer Lawrence when she filmed the poker house?
Not a very pretty place, visually or morally. Jennifer Lawrence was about 16 or 17 during filming, all in the Chicago areas, and she is the main character Agnes who is 14.
Where did Lori Petty grew up?
Iowa
When did poker house come out?
2008
Is Lori Petty Agnes?
Jennifer Lawrence shined at the Festival winning the "Best Performance" award for her role as Agnes, a character based on Lori Petty's teenage years.
Is Behind Closed Doors film a true story?
Inspired by a true story, a pastor (Marshall McCabe) struggles to choose between keeping his job and family, or honoring his truth. Inspired by a true story, a pastor (Marshall McCabe) struggles to choose between keeping his job and family, or honoring his truth.
Who plays Agnes in Behind Closed Doors?
Jennifer Lawrence
What is the film about Behind Closed Doors?
A college freshman begins a romance with a seemingly charming grad student, but he soon starts to show a different side.