A scene from 'Revenge for Jolly!' - Photo Credit: Charlotte Jardat-KatzDirector Chadd Harbold’s dark comedy Revenge for Jolly! has been picked up for US and Canadian distribution by Atlas Independent. Revenge for Jolly! had its premiere at the 2012 Tribeca Film Festival and marks the first acquisition by the newly-formed affiliate company of Charles Roven’s Atlas Entertainment. Brian Petsos co-wrote the script and stars with Oscar Isaac; Elijah Wood, Adam Brody, Ryan Phillippe, and Kristen Wiig cameo.
The Plot:
The film follows a man (Petsos) who, with the help of his cousin (Isaac), seeks to avenge the death of his beloved dog, who was killed under confusing and suspicious circumstances. The two men follow a series of clues in an attempt to track down the dog’s murderer, leaving a path of destruction in their wake.
Rebecca Murray: Journalist covering the entertainment industry for 23+ years, including 13 years as the first writer for About.com's Hollywood Movies site. Member of the Critics Choice Association (Film & TV Branches), Alliance of Women Film Journalists, and Past President of the San Diego Film Critics Society.