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Happy Accidents (2000)

Happy Accidents (2000)
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Is Ruby Weaver's Mr. Right really an emissary from the year 2,470, or is he just a complete loon ball? This question is at the heart of Brad Anderson's whimsical romantic comedy. The story opens with Ruby (Marisa Tomei) lamenting over her boyfriend Sam (Vincent D'Onofrio) to her shrink (Holland Taylor). In a series of flashbacks, the film quickly sketches Ruby as a neurotic with an unhappy track record concerning men and Sam as an oddball who is afraid of small dogs and has a barcode tattooed to his arm. But he's nuts over Ruby, and at least initially, that is enough for her. Slowly, Sam begins to reveal his "past." He tells her that he is from the Dubuque of the future and that he hails from a rare "anachronistic" family who believe that reproduction should occur the old-fashioned, fun way as opposed to the more popular cloning method. At first, Ruby is amused, until she realizes that he's not kidding. After a series of arguments, he agrees to visit Ruby's analyst, which yields unexpected results. This film premiered at the 2000 Sundance Film Festival. ~ Jonathan Crow, Rovi

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Starring:
Marisa Tomei, Vincent D'Onofrio, (more)
Director(s):
Brad Anderson
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Happy Accidents

Is Ruby Weaver's Mr. Right really an emissary from the year 2,470, or is he just a complete loon ball? This question is at the heart of Brad Anderson's whimsical romantic comedy. The story opens with Ruby (Marisa Tomei) lamenting over her boyfriend Sam (Vincent D'Onofrio) to her shrink (Holland Taylor). In a series of flashbacks, the film quickly sketches Ruby as a neurotic with an unhappy track record concerning men and Sam as an oddball who is afraid of small dogs and has a barcode tattooed to his arm. But he's nuts over Ruby, and at least initially, that is enough for her. Slowly, Sam begins to reveal his "past." He tells her that he is from the Dubuque of the future and that he hails from a rare "anachronistic" family who believe that reproduction should occur the old-fashioned, fun way as opposed to the more popular cloning method. At first, Ruby is amused, until she realizes that he's not kidding. After a series of arguments, he agrees to visit Ruby's analyst, which yields unexpected results. This film premiered at the 2000 Sundance Film Festival. ~ Jonathan Crow, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
110 mins

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Director(s):
Brad Anderson
Writer(s):
Brad Anderson
Producer(s):
Susan A. Stover
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Adult Language, Questionable for Children)
Categories:
Romance, Comedy
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    Maria E.

    It hits the hearts of all women about to embark on a new relationship. Sometimes it's not so much what they say as is what they don't say. We choose to listen to our hearts and let the words wash over us. Yet, sometimes, something said gets our attention and then the struggle with our hearts and mind begins. Marisa Tomei portrayed the struggle as only one who has probably been there, if only on a smaller scale. Vincent D'Onofrio, who was unforgettable as the alien in Men In Black, again played a charming time traveler on a mission of love. This is one to keep in your video library!!

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    Lee V.

    Don't expect Vincent to be as good as he is in Law and Order Criminal Intent. Vincent doesn't do comedy as well as braniac stuff and he's not very funny as the dufus he plays in this movie. Conversely, Tomei is a bit too serious and not very funny in this movie. I blame the script not the actors. Its worth watching but don't expect to be thrilled with it.

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    Robert V.

    This movie is slow and boring.

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