Five Movie Cast & Characters
Directed by Jennifer Aniston, written by Wendy West and told in a series of humorous and dramatic flashbacks, Mia is a survivor’s tale that highlights all of the highs and lows of Mia’s (Patricia Clarkson) two-year journey from diagnosis with breast cancer. During this time, she gives away all of her worldly possessions, holds a hilarious mock funeral while still alive and enters into a second marriage to Mitch (Tony Shalhoub), the new love of her life. Mia also features Kathy Najimy as Mia’s friend Rocky.
Patricia Clarkson is an Academy Award nominee and Emmy Award–winning actress who takes on roles as varied as the platforms in which she plays them. It is that multifaceted approach that has made her one of today’s most respected actresses. Clarkson’s work in independent film earned her the Independent Award for Acting Excellence at the 2009 ShoWest Awards. In 2003, her role in “Pieces of April” earned her nominations for Academy, Golden Globe, SAG, Broadcast Film Critics and Independent Spirit Awards.
Lili, directed by Alicia Keys and written by Jill Gordon, follows Lili, a fiercely independent, career-minded woman (Rosario Dawson), who recruits her sister (Tracee Ellis Ross) to help tell their hard-nosed mother (Jenifer Lewis) that she has breast cancer. As they work through their past issues, Lili’s mother and sister ultimately become her strongest allies when she needs her family the most. Lili also stars Jeffrey Tambor as a male patient diagnosed with breast cancer.
Rosario Dawson has garnered praise for her numerous leading roles with today’s hottest film actors and directors, making her one of Hollywood’s most sought-after actresses. At the age of 14, she made her big-screen debut in the critically acclaimed “Kids.” In 2007, Dawson was honored at ShoWest, where she received the award for Supporting Actress of the Year. She was also awarded the Best Actress in a Motion Picture Award at the 2009 NAACP Image Awards for her performance in “Seven Pounds,” and the “Half-Life” Award at the 2008 Cine Vegas International Film Festival.
In Cheyanne, directed by Penelope Spheeris and written by Howard Morris, sexy young stripper Cheyanne (Lyndsy Fonseca) and her handsome newlywed husband Tommy (Taylor Kinney) struggle to redefine their passionate relationship, as well as who they are as individuals, when Cheyenne is shocked with a breast cancer diagnosis. Looking at a severe prognosis, Cheyanne’s aggressive treatment ultimately results in the removal of both of her breasts, which have defined her life physically, financially and emotionally.
Lyndsy Fonseca is a talented actress who is one of Hollywood’s most vibrant young stars. She currently stars in The CW series “Nikita,” playing a young assassin in training, opposite Maggie Q and Shane West. Fonseca most recently starred with Amber Heard and Mamie Gummer in John Carpenter’s thriller “The Ward.” Her other film credits include “Hot Tub Time Machine,” with John Cusack; “Kick-Ass,” alongside Nicolas Cage; and “Fort McCoy,” featuring Eric Stoltz.
Directed by Demi Moore and written by Stephen Godchaux, “Five’s” opening film, Charlotte, takes place the night in July 1969 when man first walks on the moon, and when a young Pearl (Ava Acres) is more concerned about why her family is not letting her see her mother, Charlotte (Ginnifer Goodwin), who lies in her bedroom dying from breast cancer.
Ginnifer Goodwin hails from Memphis, Tennessee, and has quickly found a home in Hollywood. She will soon be seen starring in ABC’s “Once Upon a Time,” a fairy tale–style drama, playing Snow White/Sister Mary Margaret Blanchard. Goodwin was most recently seen in HBO’s critically acclaimed series “Big Love.” She also starred in the NBC comedy “Ed” and Comedy Central’s telefilm “Porn ‘N Chicken,” and guest-starred on “Law & Order.” Goodwin also has an impressive list of feature films to her credit.
Directed by Demi Moore and written by Stephen Godchaux, “Five’s” opening film, Charlotte, takes place the night man first walks on the moon in July 1969, when a young Pearl (Ava Acres) is more concerned about why her family is not letting her see her mother, Charlotte (Ginnifer Goodwin), who lies in her bedroom dying from breast cancer. Charlotte also stars Jeanne Tripplehorn, Josh Holloway, Annie Potts, Jennifer Morrison and Bob Newhart.
Josh Holloway has consistently delivered memorable performances, using his unassuming style and Southern charm to become one of Hollywood’s most sought-after talents. Holloway is best known for his role as Sawyer in the Golden Globe– and Emmy Award–winning ABC drama “Lost.” The series ran for six seasons and was critically acclaimed as one of the top shows of all time. Holloway’s additional television credits include “NCIS,”” CSI,” “Walker, Texas Ranger” and “The Lyon’s Den.
In Cheyanne, directed by Penelope Spheeris and written by Howard Morris, sexy young stripper Cheyanne (Lyndsy Fonseca) and her handsome newlywed husband Tommy (Taylor Kinney) struggle to redefine their passionate relationship, as well as who they are as individuals, when Cheyenne is shocked with a breast cancer diagnosis. Looking at a severe prognosis, Cheyanne’s aggressive treatment ultimately results in the removal of both of her breasts, which have defined her life physically, financially and emotionally.
Taylor Kinney is perhaps best known as Glenn Morrison in the NBC television series “Trauma,” as well as his recurring role as Mason Lockwood on the CW hit “Vampire Diaries.” Kinney has also guest-starred on several television series, such as “Rizzoli & Isles,” “Bones” and “CSI: NY.” Kinney recently completed filming the Michael Patrick King pilot “Mann’s World,” opposite Don Johnson; the independent film “Least Among Saints” and the short film “Prodigal,” opposite Kenneth Branagh.
Lili, directed by Alicia Keys and written by Jill Gordon, follows Lili, a fiercely independent, career-minded woman (Rosario Dawson), who recruits her sister (Tracee Ellis Ross) to help tell their hard-nosed mother (Jenifer Lewis) that she has breast cancer. As they work through their past issues, Lili’s mother and sister ultimately become her strongest allies when she needs her family the most. Lili also stars Jeffrey Tambor as a male patient diagnosed with breast cancer.
Jenifer Lewis is one of Hollywood’s busiest actresses, with more than 60 films and 200 TV appearances to her credit.
Directed by Demi Moore and written by Stephen Godchaux, “Five’s” opening film, Charlotte, takes place the night man first walks on the moon in July 1969, when a young Pearl (Ava Acres) is more concerned about why her family is not letting her see her mother, Charlotte (Ginnifer Goodwin), who lies in her bedroom dying from breast cancer. Charlotte also stars Jeanne Tripplehorn, Josh Holloway, Annie Potts, Jennifer Morrison and Bob Newhart.
Jennifer Morrison will be seen this fall starring in the ABC drama “Once Upon a Time,” playing Emma Swan, a woman with a troubled past who is drawn into a small town where fairy tales become real. Recently, she appeared as Zooey on the CBS sitcom “How I Met Your Mother.” Morrison is best known for her work as Dr. Allison Cameron on Fox’s Golden Globe– and Emmy Award–winning drama “House M.D.” She starred in the Lifetime Movie Network film “Bringing Ashley Home” and “The Murder of Princess Diana” for Lifetime. Morrison’s film credits include “Star Trek,” “Mr.
Directed by Jennifer Aniston, written by Wendy West, and told in a series of humorous and dramatic flashbacks, Mia is a survivor’s tale that highlights all of the highs and lows of Mia’s (Patricia Clarkson) two-year journey from diagnosis with breast cancer. Mia also features Kathy Najimy as Mia’s friend “Rocky.”
Kathy Najimy is proud to have been voted Ms. Magazine’s Woman of the Year 2005. She just completed filming “My Mother’s Curse,” with Barbra Streisand and Seth Rogen, and is currently starring in the mystery movie “Deck the Halls,” on TNT.
Directed by Jennifer Aniston, written by Wendy West, and told in a series of humorous and dramatic flashbacks, Mia is a survivor’s tale that highlights all of the highs and lows of Mia’s (Patricia Clarkson) two-year journey from diagnosis with breast cancer. Mia also features Kathy Najimy as Mia’s friend “Rocky.”
Bob Newhart has had a career that has spanned 50 years, several successful television series, 14 feature films and millions of albums sold worldwide. Newhart earned an Emmy and a Peabody Award for his work on the “Bob Newhart Variety Show,” which was followed by the successful “The Bob Newhart Show” (1972–1978) and “Newhart” (1982–1990). Newhart’s first book, “I Shouldn’t Even Be Doing This,” became a New York Times Best Seller.
Lili, directed by Alicia Keys and written by Jill Gordon, follows Lili, a fiercely independent, career-minded woman (Rosario Dawson), who recruits her sister (Tracee Ellis Ross) to help tell their hard-nosed mother (Jenifer Lewis) that she has breast cancer. As they work through their past issues, Lili’s mother and sister ultimately become her strongest allies when she needs her family the most. Lili also stars Jeffrey Tambor as a male patient diagnosed with breast cancer.
Tracee Ellis Ross is a multi-talented actress and one of the hottest chameleons in the entertainment industry today. Ross is best known as the star of the hit sitcom “Girlfriends,” which ran for eight seasons on The UPN/CW network. Her role on the series earned her eight NAACP Image Award nominations, including Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series in 2007 and 2009. Ross will next star in and produce the upcoming BET sitcom this fall, “Reed Between the Lines,” opposite Malcolm-Jamal Warner.
Directed by Jennifer Aniston, written by Wendy West, and told in a series of humorous and dramatic flashbacks, Mia is a survivor’s tale that highlights all of the highs and lows of Mia’s (Patricia Clarkson) two-year journey from diagnosis with breast cancer. During it, she gives away all of her worldly possessions, holds a hilarious mock funeral while still alive and enters into a second marriage to Mitch (Tony Shalhoub), the new love of her life. Mia also features Kathy Najimy as Mia’s friend “Rocky.”
Tony Shalhoub is an Emmy, Golden Globe and SAG winner for his long-running series “Monk.” He recently starred in the Emmy-nominated “Too Big to Fail” for HBO, provided his voice for the character of Luigi in the feature film “Cars 2” and just completed filming HBO’s “Hemingway & Gellhorn.” An accomplished stage actor, Shalhoub’s credits include “Waiting for Godot,” “The Heidi Chronicles,” “Conversations with My Father,” “The Scene” and “Lend Me a Tenor.”
Lili, directed by Alicia Keys and written by Jill Gordon, follows Lili, a fiercely independent, career-minded woman (Rosario Dawson), who recruits her sister (Tracee Ellis Ross) to help tell their hard-nosed mother (Jenifer Lewis) that she has breast cancer. As they work through their past issues, Lili’s mother and sister ultimately become her strongest allies when she needs her family the most. Lili also stars Jeffrey Tambor as a male patient diagnosed with breast cancer.
Jeffrey Tambor has earned deep respect for being one of the most versatile and accomplished character actors in film and television. Tambor received four Emmy nominations for his role as Hank Kingsley, the self-centered sidekick on HBO’s critically acclaimed “The Larry Sanders Show.” He went on to garner two Emmy nominations as twin brothers George Bluth Sr.
In Pearl, directed by Patty Jenkins and written by Deirdre O’Connor, Pearl (Jeanne Tripplehorn), the successful oncologist we have followed from childhood, suddenly finds herself in the patient’s seat when she is diagnosed with breast cancer. Through this process, she finally understands what her parents experienced that night in 1969 and finds the strength to tell her young daughter that everything is going to be OK … something she never heard as a child.
Jeanne Tripplehorn has established herself as one of Hollywood’s most dynamic female performers with her taste for challenging roles in film, television and theater. After attending the Juilliard School of Drama in New York, Tripplehorn has become a multifaceted performer, working with some of the highest acclaimed actors, writers and directors in Hollywood. She recently portrayed Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy in the critically acclaimed HBO film “Grey Gardens,” for which she was nominated for an Emmy Award in 2009 for Best Supporting Actress in a Television Movie.
Directed by Demi Moore and written by Stephen Godchaux, “Five’s” opening film, Charlotte, takes place the night man first walks on the moon in July 1969, when a young Pearl (Ava Acres) is more concerned about why her family is not letting her see her mother, Charlotte (Ginnifer Goodwin), who lies in her bedroom dying from breast cancer. Charlotte also stars Jeanne Tripplehorn, Josh Holloway, Annie Potts, Jennifer Morrison and Bob Newhart.
Annie Potts will soon return to series television in the highly anticipated ABC drama “GCB,” based on the book “Good Christian Bitches.” Her character on the show, Gigi, ranks among the many iconic female roles Potts has created, including Mary Jo Shively from “Designing Women.” Potts received an Emmy nomination for her work in “Love & War” and two Screen Actors Guild nominations for Lifetime’s “Any Day Now.” Most recently, Potts received rave reviews for her performance in “Aftermath,” which received the Los Angeles Times Critics Choice Ovation Recommendation.
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