Estranged from her family, Franny returns home when an accident leaves her brother comatose. Retracing his life as an aspiring musician, she tracks down his favorite musician, James Forester. Against the backdrop of Brooklyn’s music scene, Franny and James develop an unexpected relationship and face the realities of their lives.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Anne HathawayFranny Ellis | Franny Ellis |
 Johnny FlynnJames Forester | James Forester |
 Mary SteenburgenKaren Ellis | Karen Ellis |
 Ben RosenfieldHenry Ellis | Henry Ellis |
 Lola KirkeRema | Rema |
 Gideon GlickEverett | Everett |
 Al ThompsonAndy | Andy |
 Jessamine KelleyTess | Tess |
| CCass DillonPaul | Paul |
 Sarah SteeleiPod Autograph Girl | iPod Autograph Girl |
 Li Jun LiJames Forester's Journalist | James Forester's Journalist |
| KKitty CrystalJames' Friend | James' Friend |
 Grace RexBride | Bride |
 Roderick HillThe Groom | The Groom |
 Shawn ParsonsRoadie | Roadie |
 Peter Francis JamesNeurosurgeon | Neurosurgeon |
| KKatrina E. PerkinsHippie Woman | Hippie Woman |
| EEmily McKinley HillHenry's Friend | Henry's Friend |
 Sharon Van EttenNot listed | Not listed |