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Mr. Church FRE • 9/16/2016 • PG-13 • Ltd. • Scope Cast: Eddie Murphy, Natascha McElhone, Britt Robertson, Lucy Fry Director: Bruce Beresford Screenplay: Susan McMartin Synopsis: Mr. Church tells the story of a unique friendship that develops when a little girl and her dying mother retain the services of a talented cook - Henry Joseph Church. What begins as a six month arrangement instead spans fifteen years, and creates a family bond that lasts forever. Marketing/Promotion: Play up prolific director Bruce Beresford (Driving Miss Daisy) and star Eddie Murphy. Target discriminating adults. Possibly tie into your promotion of the film a local charity that people count on. Highlight positive reviews. Films attracting similar target audience: Southside With You, The Hollars, The Light Between Oceans Tag Line: He was the one person she could always count on. ShowTime Preview Guide – Fall 2016 • 47