For Your Consideration

For Your Consideration

Success in Hollywood is as fragile as a rumor

PG-13 2006 · 86 min · ★ 5.8 · Comedy

The possibility of Oscar gold holds the cast and crew of an independent film in its grip after the performance of its virtually unknown, veteran star generates awards buzz.

Directed by Christopher Guest · Written by Eugene Levy

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