Up in the Air (HBO)

Released in 2009, 'Up in the Air' is an American drama film directed by Jason Reitman.

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About Up in the Air (HBO)

'Up in the Air' is a poignant comedy-drama that tells the story of Ryan Bingham (George Clooney), a corporate downsizer and frequent flyer who is close to earning ten million frequent flyer miles and just after he's met the frequent-traveller woman of his dreams. The film is an adaptation of the eponymous novel by Walter Kirn.

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Making / Production

The film is directed by Jason Reitman, the screenplay was co-written by Reitman and Sheldon Turner. Shot in 42 days, the film follows Bingham's travels to and from various airports and his relationships.

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Actors

• George Clooney as Ryan Bingham: Clooney delivers a compelling performance as a corporate downsizer who has isolated himself from emotional attachments.
• Vera Farmiga as Alex Goran: Farmiga plays a fellow frequent flyer with whom Bingham begins an unexpected relationship.
• Anna Kendrick as Natalie Keener: Kendrick portrays an ambitious young co-worker who threatens to upend Bingham's comfortable lifestyle.

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Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The screenplay was nominated for the 2010 Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.
• George Clooney was actually carrying his own frequent flyer card while filming.

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Awards

Up in the Air was nominated for six Academy Awards including Best Picture. George Clooney was nominated for Best Actor and both Vera Farmiga and Anna Kendrick were nominated for Best Supporting Actress.

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Quotes

• "The slower we move, the faster we die."
• "Life's better with company."

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Music, Soundtrack

• "Up in the Air" - Score composed by Rolfe Kent
• "Help Yourself" - Sad Brad Smith
• "Taken at All" - Crosby, Stills & Nash