SALLYWOOD Based on a True Story of a Chance Encounter with Sally Kirkland
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Lights. Camera. Chaos. The True Story of a Star and the Writer Who Wouldn’t Quit
The award winning film SALLYWOOD is based on the true story of a 20-something writer from rural Maine. Inspired by actress Sally Kirkland’s performance in the sleeper hit, ANNA (Oscar nominee, Independent Spirit Award and 1988 Golden Globe winner), Zack takes the leap to pursue his ambitions of a Hollywood Career.
After driving cross country, in a chance encounter he meets his lifelong idol, the week he arrived. Sally hires him on the spot to be her assistant, where he quickly learns her career is a shambles. He dedicates himself to finding a way to land her back on the red carpet where she belongs.
Written and directed by Xaque Gruber, SALLYWOOD has won over 50 Awards during its festival circuit and is produced by Steven J. Wolfe. Buffalo 8 will release the film on digital platforms next week on November 14, 2025.
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SALLYWOOD stars Sally Kirkland, Tyler Steelman, Tom Connolly, Eric Roberts, Lenny Von Dohlen, Kay Lenz, Michael Lerner, Maria Conchita Alonso, with Keith Carradine and Jennifer Tilly. The film features songs by Rufus Wainwright, Toni Basil & Smokey Miles.
**RabbleRouse News sends our condolences to Sally Kirkland’s friends, family and all who loved her. We mourn her passing on November 11, 2025 at 4:50AM. Kirkland appeared in more than 250 film and television productions during her 60-year career and was loved by many.
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