Roberta Bassin Joins Cast of Bob Torrance's Comedy PETAL PUSHERS

Accomplished actress Roberta Bassin, known for her work as edgy, offbeat characters, is joining director Bob Torrance's new quirky comedy film "Petal Pushers."

Recognized for her roles in the acclaimed film drama "Barfly" and the memorable Clint Eastwood-directed docudrama "J. Edgar," Bassin takes on a nurturing role of SELMA opposite actress Kaitlyn Black of the CW hit drama "Heart of Dixie."

"I love to work with such talented people as Kaitlyn and director Bob Torrance," Bassin said. "I've played a lot of intense and sometimes crazy characters, but this film gives me the opportunity to be a little more nurturing and nice."

The kooky, dark comedy is reminiscent of "Arsenic and Old Lace," featuring two sisters in the flower business who face off against a suspicious step-father while a smitten detective discovers love and work don't mix.

The film's stars are Kaitlyn Black and Isidora Goreshter ("Paranoia"), as well as Laird Macintosh ("Saving Private Ryan"), Bridey Elliott ("Fort Tilden") and Keith Reay ("The Best Way to Quit Smoking").

Bassin's role comes as she continues to perform in her much acclaimed one-woman show "Amelia Earhart: In Her Own Words" where she portrays the legendary aviator who was lost while flying over the central Pacific Ocean, halfway between Hawaii and Australia in 1937.

"I love the stage and to be able to portray such a courageous, pioneering woman to a modern audience is very exhilarating and gratifying," Bassin said.

"Working with Bob Torrance, Kaitlyn and the rest of the cast of 'Petal Pushers,' is also very exciting. Everyone is very dedicated and supportive of one another, making it a fun place to work."
With a career that spans a number of films, Bassin is also recognized for her recent television work that includes roles in "Criminal Minds," "Grey's Anatomy, "ER," "The Pretender," "Crossing Jordan," "American Dreams," and many others.

"Petal Pushers" is Smoketree Entertainment production, produced by Bob Torrance and Travis Huff, written by Danna Mongoven and Bob Torrance from a story by Danna Mongoven, cinematography by Philip Lee, CASTING BY John Jackson, and production design by Joshua Stricklin. Release is scheduled for later this year.