Eat Your Heart Out, (released in Germany as American Shrimps) is a 1997 romantic comedy film directed by Felix Adlon, who also produced it with his parents. It starred Pamela Adlon, his then wife.
Filming took place in Los Angeles, with much of it shot at a loft in Venice Beach. Jackie Guerra says she was recommended for her role by Pamela Adlon.
The film premiered at Filmfest Munchen in 1997.
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Premise
The lives of three housemates, Daniel, Sam and Peter, is affected when Daniel becomes a successful television chef.
Cast
Christian Oliver as Daniel Haus
Pamela Adlon as Samantha
Laura San Giacomo as Jacqueline Fosburg
John Craig as Peter
Jackie Guerra as Julie
Tod Thawley as Jamie
Shawnee Smith as Nicole
Richard Fancy as Mr. Haus
Christopher Kirby as Bobo
Leslie Jordan as Director
Phil LaMarr as Stage Manager
Linda Hunt as Kathryn
John Billingsley as Technician
J.J. Boone as Phone Operator