Vivendi Press Release: Tennessee

"A rewarding and moving small drama with exceptionally fine performances all around." - Pete Hammond, Hollywood.com

"Mariah Carey is more than just the big star in this small story. She's the warm, charismatic, deliciously down home presence that fills the screen with charm to spare..." - Prairie Miller, NewsBlaze

There is Always One Last Chance
TENNESSEE
Mariah Carey, #1 Best-Selling Female Artist in U.S. Music History,
Stars with Adam Rothenberg and Ethan Peck

Produced by Lee Daniels, Director of Precious

DVD Debuts January 26

Multiple Grammy Award winner Mariah Carey, currently garnering acclaim for her moving performance in Precious, stars with Adam Rothenberg (Mad Money) and Ethan Peck (TV's "10 Things I Hate About You") in Director Aaron Woodley's (Rhinoceros Eyes) thought-provoking road film Tennessee, debuting on DVD January 26 from Vivendi Entertainment. Featuring Carey's hit single, "Right to Dream," the film is about two brothers on a cross-country search for their estranged father, who are joined by an aspiring singer fleeing her troubled marriage. Bonus features include "Road to Tennessee," a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film featuring interviews with the cast and crew. Produced by Lee Daniels (director of Precious), Tennessee had its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival. The DVD will be available for $19.97 SRP.

Synopsis:
Brothers Carter and Ellis set out on a road trip to their childhood home in a desperate search for their estranged father, who may hold the key to their future. Along the way, they are joined by Krystal (Carey), who is fleeing a troubled life. Together, these unlikely companions seek to overcome their pasts and start anew.

DVD DETAILS:
Street Date: January 26, 2010
Order Date: December 22, 2009
Rated R for Language
Running Time: 99 minutes
SRP: $19.97
Language: English
Aspect Ratio: Widescreen
CAT # TN1151DVD
UPC # 883476011516

Tennessee is available for pre-order now at Amazon ($17.99) and Walmart ($17.86).