When “Obvious Child” was released in 2014, everyone was buzzing about Jenny Slate’s performance. She was funny, heartbreaking, and just all around great as a stand-up comedian who decides to have an abortion. “Obvious Child” was also the feature film debut of writer/director Gillian Robespierre, who received great acclaim for the film. Now, three years later, the pair have teamed up again for another film.
In “Landline” we meet Dana, played by Slate, and her sister Ali, as they deal with the realization that their dad may have been unfaithful to their mom, and how this news affects every aspect of their family life. The footage shows how the film is very much in the same vein as “Obvious Child,” with plenty of drama and a dash of comedy. Hopefully, Slate and Robespierre can replicate the same magic this time around.
“Landline” stars Jenny Slate, but has a great cast surrounding her, including Edie Falco, John Turturro, Jay Duplass, and Abby Quinn. Robespierre directed the film and co-wrote with her producer Elisabeth Holm.
“Landline” debuted at this year’s Sundance Film Festival and was snatched up by Amazon Studios who will release the film on July 21st.
