Question 1

What real-life connection exists between Catherine Keener's character and the author Sarah Vowell in the film?

Accepted Answer

Kate reads 'Assassination Vacation' by Sarah Vowell, who appears as a shopper. Catherine Keener, who plays Kate, also voices the audiobook of that same book.

Question 2

Which major international film festivals featured 'Please Give' in 2010?

Accepted Answer

The film was shown at the Tribeca Film Festival, Berlin International Film Festival, and São Paulo International Film Festival in 2010.

Question 3

What personal inspiration did director Nicole Holofcener draw from for Catherine Keener's character?

Accepted Answer

Holofcener stated that Kate is 'completely based on me,' reflecting her own struggles with guilt and giving as an upper-middle-class person.

Question 4

What central conflict drives the story of 'Please Give' in New York City?

Accepted Answer

A husband and wife clash with the granddaughters of the elderly woman who lives in the apartment the couple owns.

Question 5

Who plays the character Rebecca in the film?

Accepted Answer

Rebecca Hall portrays the character Rebecca.

Question 6

What is the central conflict in 'Please Give'?

Accepted Answer

A husband and wife in New York City butt heads with the granddaughters of the elderly woman who lives in the apartment they own.

Question 7

Which festivals recognized 'Please Give'?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Tribeca Film Festival, Berlin International Film Festival, São Paulo International Film Festival, and Karlovy Vary International Film Festival.

Question 8

What real-life connection exists between Catherine Keener's character and the author Sarah Vowell?

Accepted Answer

Kate reads 'Assassination Vacation' by Sarah Vowell, who appears as a shopper, and Catherine Keener voices the audiobook of that book.

Question 9

Who directed and wrote 'Please Give'?

Accepted Answer

Nicole Holofcener served as both director and writer of the film.

Question 10

Which awards did 'Please Give' receive?

Accepted Answer

It won awards from the Independent Spirit Awards, Writers Guild of America, National Board of Review, and Village Voice Film Poll.

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