From The Retributionists (Photos: Joan Marcus).

We’ve been remiss lately in keeping up with Adam news at the Apple and there’s certainly been a fair amount of Adam news to report, so let’s get to it.

The DVD release of Tennessee has been pushed back to January 26, 2010. Which makes us sad.

The opening night of Adam’s play, The Retributionists, is this Tuesday, September 15th. The limited run of the play ends on September 27th, so Adam fans will want to make sure to catch it before it goes. We’re keeping an eye out for any reviews, but, if you just can’t wait for some words of praise for our boy, check out the latest installment of the podcast, Playwrights Horizons on Demand. Playwright Daniel Goldfarb talks about Adam’s work around the 5:15 mark.

There are more publicity stills of shirtless Adam after the jump, so be sure check those out and check back later in the week for more news.

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Hard on the heels of Tennessee’s limited release to theaters this past weekend comes the news of its impending DVD release on September 1st. Pre-orders may be placed through Amazon for $18.99. No word on any special features yet. While we at the Apple are disappointed at the lackluster reception this film released, we’re thrilled that Adam fans everywhere will finally get to see his nuanced and compelling performance soon. It’s been a long ride.

Thanks to MCODB Mariah Carey for the heads up.

The long-anticipated theatrical debut of Tennessee, Adam’s star turn, is finally upon us. As noted below, the film’s website has a list of venues, so check it out and check the film out. It’s a must-see for all Adam fans.

Adam fans will also want to check out this new interview in the Jewish Exponent, where he talks, all too briefly, about his recent projects, his past projects and even the Apple. The writer notes of Adam’s work in Tennessee that “Carter’s complexity is crafted so elegantly by the actor that no seams show,” and we heartily agree.

Tennessee

Two brothers. Three paths. One destination.

Carter (Adam Rothenberg) and his younger brother Ellis (Ethan Peck) embark on a journey from New Mexico to Tennessee to find their estranged father — a trip which might hold Ellis’s life in the balance. Along the way they meet Krystal (Mariah Carey), an aspiring singer who flees her controlling husband (Lance Reddick) to join them on their journey.

Cast: Mariah Carey, Ethan Peck, Adam Rothenberg, Lance Reddick, Bill Sage
Director: Aaron Woodley
Producer: Lee Daniels
Writer: Russell Schaumberg

“… you utterly believe the bond between the siblings, and Rothenberg excels in his role of a protective older bro who also happens to be a haunted binge drinker.”
– Clark Collis, Entertainment Weekly

“Rothenberg gives a touching and perfectly nuanced performance as a man who clearly knows he gave up a future for the sake of family, only to have deep regrets about the road not taken.”
– Pete Hammond, Hollywood.com

“… the naked pain of (Rothenberg is) quite affecting.”
– Carrie Rickey, The Philadelphia Inquirer

We’re totally the bestest Adam Rothenberg fansite ever! (Click on the “Links” menu option on the official Tennessee website.)

The long-awaited theatrical debut of Tennessee is in sight and we couldn’t be more excited here at the Apple.

As long-time commenter Jeane noted, the official website has a list of venues for this limited release (click the “Theatres” link in the menu). We assume it’s complete, but you might want to check your local listings anyway. Right now, it appears to be confined to a few New York-area theatres, one option each in Dallas and Philadelphia, and a whole bunch in Tennessee, natch.

We’re keeping a sharp eye out for any Adam press as we head on in to Friday, so keep checking in as the big day approaches and check out the trailer to get ready. Woooo!

We’ve got a new date for the limited release of Tennessee, June 5, and a new trailer. 39 days and counting.

According to Movies Unlimited, Tennessee is now scheduled for limited release on March 6th. A quick check over at the Moviefone seems to confirm that date, so, fingers crossed.

UPDATE (02/04/2009): A little blurb about producer Lee Daniels notes that Tennessee is due out “next month,” so, in spite of the vague Vivendi report noted by Jeane in comments, it’s looking moderately positive for that release on March 6th.

Oscar hopeful “Right to Dream” from Tennessee is now available as a single on iTunes and at Amazon. The above video for the Mariah Carey number features clips from the movie, which is tentatively scheduled to open in theaters in March.

“Find You,” Karmina’s theme song for the late and still lamented Ex List is now available on iTunes. It can also be previewed in the October 25th posting on the band website.

According to a report by Access Hollywood, Tennessee’s release date has been pushed off from this Friday, December 19th, to a later release, tentatively scheduled for March.

The film has had a couple of festival screenings so far as well as a one-week run at the beginning of December to qualify for Oscar contention, largely in the hopes of getting a nod for co-star Mariah Carey’s “Right to Dream,” listed among five front-runners by the Los Angeles Times:

THE POP STAR

Mariah Carey’s “Right to Dream.” In need of a guitarist for “Right to Dream,” Carey aimed high, going straight to country legend Willie Nelson. Written for ” Tennessee,” in which Carey plays an aspiring singer, “Right to Dream” is restrained elegance, with some light, finger-picked guitar flourishes and a dash of late-night soul. “I was humming different melodies while I was on the set and stuff,” Carey says. “I was just thinking that Willie Nelson would be somebody fabulous to collaborate with. I reached out to him, and we met after one of his concerts.”

Thanks to commenter Jeane for the heads up on the For Your Contention ad from the December 3 Los Angeles Times and h/t to the Mariah Daily Journal for the scan.

Thanks to Apple commenter Andrew for the tip.