About Hick

The film "Hick" was released in 2011, directed by Derick Martini and is an adaptation of a novel by Andrea Portes. The story centers on a 13-year-old Nebraska teenager named Luli, who is fed up with her aimless parents and decides to hitchhike to Las Vegas. Along her journey, she encounters a string of menacing characters and finds herself in danger.

Making / Production

The film was produced by Stone River Productions and Lighthouse Entertainment. Director Derick Martini and Andrea Portes, who wrote the book, worked together to develop the screenplay. The film was shot mostly in North Carolina over a span of four weeks. The atmosphere was kept as close to Nebraska and Las Vegas, where the story is set.

Actors

• Chloë Grace Moretz played the role of Luli McMullen, a 13-year-old girl from Nebraska. Her character portrayal was nuanced, capturing Luli's vulnerability and courageousness.
• Blake Lively played the role of Glenda, a grifter who takes Luli under her wing. She delivered a riveting performance adding complexity to her character.
• Eddie Redmayne played the role of Eddie Kreezer, who poses as a potential threat to Luli. His performance was both compelling and disturbing.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Chloë Grace Moretz was only 14 during the making of Hick.
• The movie is based on the debut novel by Andrea Portes.
• Juliette Lewis, who plays Luli's mother Tammy, previously played with Chloë Grace Moretz in the movie 'Fifth Wave'.

Quotes

• “I am a drifter, and I drift.” - Luli
• "It's a road movie... for Chick." - Glenda
• "You pack your things and leave right now!" - Tammy

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's original score was composed by Larry Campbell.
• "Nebraska" by Nathan and Joel Larson, features in the film.
• "Let's All Go to the Bar" by Deer Tick, "Burn This Town" by Xanda And The Peace Pirates, "Party Lights" by Nathan Larson are also heard in the movie.