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Catching Up With Ashton Holmes

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As we trudge through the snow at Sundance Film Festival, we talk to hot, young actor, Ashton Holmes, who is at the festival to promote his feature film, "Smart People," which co-stars Sarah Jessica Parker, Dennis Quaid and Ellen Page. He tells us about working with the actors and how he has been spending his nights at Sundance partying at the Green Door with his friends. He also talks to us about visiting the swag suites and we go with him to the 5W Lounge to check out some jeans. Hosted by Carly Steel.

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Young Hollywood

Hey guys, we're hanging out on the streets of Sundance with up and coming actor Ashton Holmes, who's got a fantastic movie at the Sundance Film Festival that's getting a lot of buzz. Tell us a little bit about that.

Ashton Holmes

The movie's called Smart People. It was just It was a really great script and and the people in the movie, Sarah, Dennis, Ellen Page. Just working with them and, you know, seeing how they what their process.

Young Hollywood

So you've been here for a few days. What's going on? What have you been up to?

Ashton Holmes

I got here two days ago. I've been um I've been hanging out with my friends at the Green Door.

Young Hollywood

Nice.

Ashton Holmes

Uh, the Green Door is just a club in Hollywood and they They ran at a big mansion here and been having parties every night.

Young Hollywood

Very cool. Now, is this your first time at Sundance?

Ashton Holmes

Uh, it is. First time I've had a movie here. The great thing about Sundance is I think is just seeing uh seeing people that you know in LA, but in winter parkers and stupid hats. You can't pop too cool and all in uh when you're wearing earmuffs, you know?

Young Hollywood

That's true. Now, there's nothing wrong with earmuffs. I have a big pair of earmuffs. I'm putting them on our executive producer. I've got a furry hood. So, you can't be cool with this. Going for the eskimo look. We've just come from a great suite. We just left the uh Ravalli suite. I got a pair of $1,000 jeans. So, we're now in the 5W lounge with Ashton, checking out some nifty jeans. These look pretty cool. Do these cost more than 1,000?

Ashton Holmes

Good. I'll definitely wear these. They have a bar, so far. Thumbs up. They have nachos in case you want to snack.

Young Hollywood

Like Yeah, your favorite part of the sweets, the snacking.

Ashton Holmes

Yeah, I really like the lettuce wraps. You know, that just can't get enough of them.

Ashton Holmes

Hey, I'm Ashton Holmes and you're watching Young Hollywood.

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PEOPLE MENTIONED

  • Ashton Holmes

    Featured actor promoting his film

  • Sarah Jessica Parker

    Co-star in 'Smart People'

  • Dennis Quaid

    Co-star in 'Smart People'

  • Ellen Page

    Co-star in 'Smart People'

  • Carly Steel

    Host of the interview

FAQ

What movie is Ashton Holmes promoting at Sundance?+
Ashton Holmes is promoting his feature film "Smart People" at the Sundance Film Festival.
Who are Ashton Holmes' co-stars in 'Smart People'?+
Ashton Holmes' co-stars in 'Smart People' are Sarah Jessica Parker, Dennis Quaid, and Ellen Page.
Where does Ashton Holmes mention partying at Sundance?+
Ashton Holmes mentions partying at the Green Door, which is a club from Hollywood that rented a mansion at Sundance for parties.
What is the 5W Lounge?+
The 5W Lounge is a location at Sundance where Ashton Holmes went to check out jeans and enjoy snacks like nachos and lettuce wraps.

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