Penelope

Penelope is a fantasy comedy distributed by Summit Entertainment, starring James McAvoy opposite Christina Ricci, who plays the title role of Penelope, a young woman cursed with a snout nose.

Fast Facts

1. Director: Mark Palansky
2. Starring: Christina Ricci, James McAvoy, Catherine O'Hara and Reese Witherspoon
3. Wide release date: February 29, 2008
4. Run time: 101 minutes
5. MPAA rating: PG
6. Adaptation of the book of the same name by Marilyn Kaye

Plot Summary

As a young young heiress, Penelope (Christina Ricci) should have the world by the tail, but a family curse has left her with the face of a pig. The curse can only be broken when "one of her own kind" loves her for who she is. Penelope's parents try desperately to find a wealthy suitor in the same social caste, but no one seems to be able to love the pig-faced rich girl. Penelope remains secluded in her parents mansion until a shattered engagement to Max (James McAvoy), encourages her to leave her parents sheltered home. Penelope ventures into a world that she has never known. On a quest of self discovery, Penelope must learn to love herself before she can loved by anyone else.

Box Office Recap

1. Budget: $15 Million
2. Opening Weekend: $3.8 Million
3. Gross: $9.96 Million

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