Movie

Pieces of April

“She's the one in every family.”

★ 6.5(272)20031h 21m

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Good to know

Director: Peter Hedges
Release date: 2003-10-17
Runtime: 1h 21m
Language: Mandarin
Budget: $300,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: IFC Productions

Pieces of April — trailer

About Pieces of April

Pieces of April is a 2003 movie in the Comedy and Drama genres, directed by Peter Hedges, starring Katie Holmes, Derek Luke and Patricia Clarkson. It has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 272 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Pieces of April in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Quirky and rebellious April Burns lives with her boyfriend in a low-rent New York City apartment miles away from her emotionally distant family. But when she discovers that her mother has a fatal form of breast cancer, she invites the clan to her place for Thanksgiving. While her father struggles to drive her family into the city, April -- an inexperienced cook -- runs into kitchen trouble and must ask a neighbor for help.

Cast

Katie Holmes

April Burns

Derek Luke

Bobby

Patricia Clarkson

Joy Burns

Oliver Platt

Jim Burns

Alison Pill

Beth Burns

John Gallagher Jr.

Timmy Burns

Alice Drummond

Grandma Dottie

Lillias White

Evette

Isiah Whitlock Jr.

Eugene

Vitali Baganov

Half Asleep Man

Adrian Martinez

Man in Mohair Sweater

Susan Bruce

Tish

Themes & keywords

new york cityholidaythanksgivinggrungedysfunctional familyroad tripbreast cancerneighborfamilyapartment buildingillnessdying motherestranged familykitchenindependent film

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Pieces of April in Japan?+

Pieces of April is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Pieces of April on Netflix?+

Pieces of April is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Pieces of April?+

Pieces of April has a runtime of 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

Who stars in Pieces of April?+

Pieces of April stars Katie Holmes, Derek Luke, Patricia Clarkson, Oliver Platt and Alison Pill.

When did Pieces of April come out?+

Pieces of April is a 2003 movie directed by Peter Hedges.

What genre is Pieces of April?+

Pieces of April is Comedy and Drama film.

Who directed Pieces of April?+

Pieces of April was directed by Peter Hedges.