The Benefactor
2015 · Movie · 90 min. · United States
Richard Gere delivers a bravura performance as the title character, a rich eccentric man who worms his way into the lives of a deceased friend’s young daughter (Dakota Fanning) and her new husband (Theo James). Writer-director Andrew Renzi’s narrative feature debut Franny is a warm and winsome story that explores the pangs of the past and reflects on what it is to be family. Renzi displays the nuances of a seasoned storyteller, constructing an emotional labyrinth around an endearing and enduring Shakespearian character. Franny is a remarkable drama enlivened by incredible performances delivered by a versatile cast, bringing to life Renzi’s powerful cinematic vision.
Direction Andrew Renzi
Cast Richard Gere · Dakota Fanning · Theo James · Clarke Peters · Erica Lynne Marszalek · Ashley James · Brian Anthony Wilson · Andrea Havens · Lyssa Roberts · Dennisha Pratt · Shawn Gonzalez · Heather Soellner · Roy James Wilson · Lavonne Nichols · Dylan Baker · Cheryl Hines · Jeffrey Cousar
Soundtrack Danny Bensi · Saunder Jurriaans
Screenplay Andrew Renzi
Cinematography Joe Anderson
Original title The Benefactor
Also known as Franny
4.3
651 votes (FilmAffinity)
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