Walk of Shame

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• About
• Making / Production
• Actors
• Trivia / Interesting Facts
• Awards
• Quotes
• Music
• Soundtrack

About:

Walk of Shame is a comedy film released in 2014. Directed and written by Steven Brill, the movie follows the story of Meghan Miles, played by Elizabeth Banks, a reporter who finds herself in a series of misadventures during a morning walk of shame.

Meghan, an ambitious and dedicated news anchor, spends a night out celebrating a job promotion. However, her plans take an unexpected turn when she wakes up in a stranger's bed with no money, ID, or phone. With only hours to make it to an important job interview, she embarks on a wild journey through the streets of Los Angeles. Along the way, she encounters eccentric characters, unexpected obstacles, and comedic situations.

Making / Production:

Walk of Shame was produced by Lakeshore Entertainment and Sidney Kimmel Entertainment. Filming took place in various locations in Los Angeles, capturing the bustling urban landscape that serves as the backdrop for Meghan's chaotic journey. The film was shot on a relatively modest budget, allowing the focus to be on the comedic performances and the character's misadventures.

Actors:

• Elizabeth Banks as Meghan Miles - Meghan is a hardworking news anchor who faces numerous challenges during her walk of shame.
• James Marsden as Gordon - Gordon is a charming bartender who becomes involved in Meghan's misadventures.
• Gillian Jacobs as Rose - Rose is Meghan's eccentric friend who offers her support and guidance throughout the day.
• Sarah Wright as Denise - Denise is Meghan's best friend and fellow news anchor, providing comedic moments and assistance when needed.

Trivia / Interesting Facts:

• The film was originally titled "Layover" before being changed to "Walk of Shame."
• Elizabeth Banks wore a wig throughout the film to portray her character's distinctive hairstyle.
• The movie utilizes a real running race event in Los Angeles as part of Meghan's journey.
• Walk of Shame was shot in just 25 days, emphasizing a fast-paced production to capture the chaos of Meghan's day.

Awards:

No notable awards were won by Walk of Shame.

Quotes:

• "No money, no phone, no ID... I don't even know how this works! Should I like, borrow someone's phone? Steal someone's car?" - Meghan Miles
• "Do you know how many women would kill for your ass?" - Rose
• "Congratulations, you've just reached the finish line. Welcome to hell!" - Denise

Music:

The film features a mix of popular songs and original score. The soundtrack of Walk of Shame includes tracks from artists such as Kings of Leon, The Black Keys, and Santigold.

Soundtrack:

• "Supersoaker" by Kings of Leon
• "Nova Baby" by The Black Keys
• "Disparate Youth" by Santigold
• "Dead End Justice" by The Runaways
• "Warzone" by The Wanted