Michael Douglas’s masterly ability to delve into complex characters shines in SOLITARY MAN, a tale of a New York businessman experiencing a mid-life slump so severe that it is more catastrophe than crisis. Bankrupt and humiliated after losing his once successful chain of car dealerships, Ben (Douglas) consoles himself with utterly shameless womanizing and the beginnings of a new business venture.  Susan Sarandon, Danny DeVito and Mary-Louise Parker round out an all-star cast that brings to life both the drama and the humor of this candid, edgy tale. The Hamptons International Film Festival is pleased to present SOLITARY MAN as the Centerpiece Film of the 2009 Festival.

David Levien graduated from the University of Michigan and is a screenwriter, producer, director and author. His novels include “City of the Sun” and “Where the Dead Lay.” He has co-written several films with Brian Koppelman, including ROUNDERS (1998), RUNAWAY JURY (2003) and OCEAN’S THIRTEEN (2007).

David Levien graduated from the University of Michigan and is a screenwriter, producer, director and author. His novels include “City of the Sun” and “Where the Dead Lay.” He has co-written several films with Brian Koppelman, including ROUNDERS (1998), RUNAWAY JURY (2003) and OCEAN’S THIRTEEN (2007).