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The Amateurs (2005)

The Amateurs (2005)
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A man down on his luck hatches a different kind of get-rich-quick scheme in this independent comedy. Andy Sargentee (Jeff Bridges) is a middle-aged divorcé who is down in the dumps after the departure of his wife, Thelma (Jeanne Tripplehorn), and son, Billy (Alex D. Linz). The fact that Thelma's new hubby is quite wealthy only makes things more troubling for Andy, and he keeps thinking that if he had more money he could be back in her good graces. One night, while knocking back drinks with his friends, Andy has a brainstorm -- pornography is big business these days, so why not round up the local talent and make an adult movie? Andy persuades his friend Barney (Tim Blake Nelson) to sign on as co-producer, and they start putting together a crew, including Emmett (Patrick Fugit), a kid with a video camera who becomes director of photography; Otis (William Fichtner), who volunteers to be the gofer who doesn't really do anything; and as director a guy known only by his nickname, Some Idiot (Joe Pantoliano). Casting proves to be a bit more problematic, especially after they discover that Moose (Ted Danson), who has been cast in the male lead, may be gay when he repeatedly fails to rise to the occasion. The Amateurs also stars Lauren Graham, Valerie Perrine, and Glenne Headly as some of the local women drafted into appearing in the movie; the picture was released in the United Kingdom under the title The Moguls. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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Starring:
Jeff Bridges, Ted Danson, (more)
Director(s):
Michael Traeger
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
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Synopsis of The Amateurs

A man down on his luck hatches a different kind of get-rich-quick scheme in this independent comedy. Andy Sargentee (Jeff Bridges) is a middle-aged divorcé who is down in the dumps after the departure of his wife, Thelma (Jeanne Tripplehorn), and son, Billy (Alex D. Linz). The fact that Thelma's new hubby is quite wealthy only makes things more troubling for Andy, and he keeps thinking that if he had more money he could be back in her good graces. One night, while knocking back drinks with his friends, Andy has a brainstorm -- pornography is big business these days, so why not round up the local talent and make an adult movie? Andy persuades his friend Barney (Tim Blake Nelson) to sign on as co-producer, and they start putting together a crew, including Emmett (Patrick Fugit), a kid with a video camera who becomes director of photography; Otis (William Fichtner), who volunteers to be the gofer who doesn't really do anything; and as director a guy known only by his nickname, Some Idiot (Joe Pantoliano). Casting proves to be a bit more problematic, especially after they discover that Moose (Ted Danson), who has been cast in the male lead, may be gay when he repeatedly fails to rise to the occasion. The Amateurs also stars Lauren Graham, Valerie Perrine, and Glenne Headly as some of the local women drafted into appearing in the movie; the picture was released in the United Kingdom under the title The Moguls. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
99 mins

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Director(s):
Michael Traeger
Writer(s):
Michael Traeger
Producer(s):
Aaron Ryder
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Profanity, Sexual Situations)
Categories:
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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    Jay H.

    .The Amateurs has a very slow and seemingly nonsensical beginning. I almost walked away in the first ten minutes. I'm glad I didn't. Hang in there; it's worth it. This is a movie that will play much better on the second viewing. The characters, who at first seem like a random group of paper doll cut outs, by the end of the movie take on a sort of goofball mythic quality, as does the plot. As the plot develops, each of the characters develops and fulfils an improbably essential destiny, barely hinted at in their introduction. This is not a movie for those who think, as do most film critics, that movies should fit into easily tagable cubbyhole categories. It doesn't. It staunchly refuses to. With enough distribution it will become its own category and a cult classic. This is comedy as myth. Its funny when you watch it and even funnier when you recall it.

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    Diana A.

    This is one of those movies that you need to watch a second time and I plan to do so. The characters are slow and steady and I laughed out loud at some of the scenes. The actors did a wonderful job and if you watch the special features you find out what happened to fit them seamlessly together. This is one of those movies that will "catch on" late but word of mouth will help it. I recommend it highly.

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    John C.

    Very clever story line and unexpected ending that made it even more refreshing. Jeff Bridges is as always the DUDE! Hit the spot.

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