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Shirley MacLaine Interview for “Bernie”
Independent Films, Talk Shows, Movie Reviews, Film Profiles
It was an honor talking to the Oscar-winning icon regarding her new role in the fantastic mystery/dramedy “Bernie.” Based on real-life story, Maclaine plays the mean, ornery, rich widow, Marjorie Nugent, who gets befriended by the town mortician, Bernie (the excellent Jack Black). And then…murder happens. Director Richard Linklater (“Dazed and Confused,” “School of Rock”) appropriate calls his film the East Texas “Fargo.”
In this interview, MacLaine and I talked about:
*** Her interest in working for “Bernie”
*** How she prepared to be an old “bitch” for the role
*** Working with Jack Black
*** Working with director Richard Linklater
HAVE FUN!
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Synopsis
In the tiny, rural town of Carthage, TX, assistant funeral director Bernie Tiede was one of the town's most beloved residents. He taught Sunday school, sang in the church choir and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Everyone loved and appreciated Bernie, so it came as no surprise when he befriended Marjorie Nugent, an affluent widow who was as well known for her sour attitude as her fortune. Bernie frequently traveled with Marjorie and even managed her banking affairs. Marjorie quickly became fully dependant on Bernie and his generosity and Bernie struggled to meet her increasing demands. Bernie continued to handle her affairs, and the townspeople went months without seeing Marjorie. The people of Carthage were shocked when it was reported that Marjorie Nugent had been dead for some time, and Bernie Tiede was being charged with the murder.
In Theaters -- April 27, 2012
MPAA Rating -- PG-13 (for some violent images and brief strong language)
Genres -- Comedy, Crime
Run Time -- 1 hour 44 minutes
Distributors -- Millennium Entertainment
Box Office -- $85,805
DIRECTOR -- Richard Linklater
CAST
Jack Black -- Bernie Tiede
Shirley MacLaine -- Marjorie Nugent
Matthew McConaughey -- Danny Buck
Brady Coleman -- Scrappy Holmes
Richard Robichaux -- Lloyd Hornbuckle
Rick Dial -- Don Leggett
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Language: English
Year of Production: 2012
Length: 3:00
Country: United States
