The Art of Getting By

June. 17,2011      PG-13
Rating:
6.5
Trailer Synopsis Cast

George, a lonely and fatalistic teen who's made it all the way to his senior year without ever having done a real day of work, is befriended by Sally, a popular but complicated girl who recognizes in him a kindred spirit.

Freddie Highmore as  George Zinavoy
Emma Roberts as  Sally Howe
Michael Angarano as  Dustin
Elizabeth Reaser as  Charlotte Howe
Alicia Silverstone as  Ms. Herman
Sasha Spielberg as  Zoe
Ann Dowd as  Mrs. Grimes
Blair Underwood as  Principal
Rita Wilson as  Vivian Sargent

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