. The digital film distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group/Entertainment Studios plans to release the drama across VOD platforms on March 8.offers an intimate glimpse into the life and acting craft of the multi-generational Bridges family. The unique hybrid of narrative and documentary storytelling follows a teacher and his student , who together explore the craft of acting, and evolve in their understanding and appreciation of life itself.
Emily Bridges directed, and produced alongside Beau Bridges and Casey Bridges. The film featuring interviews with Jeff Bridges, Lucinda Bridges, Jordan Bridges, Dorothy Bridges and Lloyd Bridges was exec produced by David Shapiro. “ACTING: THE FIRST SIX LESSONS has been a touchstone in our family ever since Dorothy and Lloyd Bridges first encountered Richard Boleslavsky’s book, as much a brilliant meditation on life as it is a seminal text on the craft of acting,” said Beau Bridges and Emily Bridges in a joint statement. “Bringing this project to life as a family is a dream fulfilled and we are delighted to partner with Freestyle Digital Media to share this deeply personal project.