SummaryFrom first-time writer-director John Hindman, comes The Answer Man, a romantic comedy about love and the search for meaning. Arlen Faber is the reclusive and misanthropic author of "Me and God," a book that has redefined spirituality for an entire generation and has been translated into over 100 languages. On the eve of the 20th anniversary of hi... Read More
Directed By:John Hindman
Written By:John Hindman
The Answer Man
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Mixed or Average
13% Positive
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Though his film is a tad choppy and a lot chatty, Hindman elicits sympathetic performances from leads who demonstrate a deep understanding of movie physics.
50
How much more interesting is a film like "(500) Days of Summer," which is about the complexities of life, in comparison with this one, which cheerfully cycles through the cliches.
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Dec 11, 2010
10
I have to say I agree with the above review, very insightful. It was not JUST a romantic comedy; it tied stories that really meant something in the film. Itâ
Nov 27, 2010
8
Watched this little gem last night with my wife. Though received with very mixed reviews by critics, we both really enjoyed this indie romantic comedy. Simple plot and character structure, yet provides some soulful insights into our relational needs as human beings, and the fear that often isolates us. Many Christians will find the film "theologically challenged" (and might be offended by some of the crude language), but it is not a film about man and God, but about human relationships, and the fullness we get from being together even when the world is a scary place.
50
A theological trifle that ultimately twists itself into a romantic comedy.
50
Dull, dreary Answer Man raises this question: Why?
50
Daniels plays Arlen with a kind of cuddly crankiness; he makes him a jerk who just needs a hug.
40
Jeff Daniels' gleeful misanthropy and Lauren Graham's emotional openness are poorly served by the pic's transparently phony story and therapeutic uplift
25
Brutally banal chitchat about life and love ensues.
Jun 15, 2017
6
It had an interesting and original premise and the acting was good. Unfortunately, the movie was also boring, the characters were underdeveloped, they had no motivations for what they were doing and the ending was as cheesy as it comes. It's not a bad movie, it's just definitely not as good as what the other critics say.
Production Company:
- 120dB Films
- Messick Films
- iDeal Partners Film Fund
Release Date:Jul 24, 2009
Duration:1 h 35 m
Rating:R
Tagline:He wrote the book on life's big questions. But the truth is he hasn't got a clue.
Awards
Sundance Film Festival
• 1 Nomination
Casting Society (CSA)
• 1 Nomination
