Cast
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Matt Damon
as Bob
Greg Kinnear
as Walt
Eva Mendes
as April
Wen Yann Shih
as May
Pat Crawford Brown
as Mimmy
Ray 'Rocket' Valliere
as Rocket
Tommy Songin
as Tommy
Terence Bernie Hines
as Moe
Cher
as Cher
Jackie Flynn
as Howard
Seymour Cassel
as Morty O'Reilly
Griffin Dunne
as Griffin Dunne
Bridget Tobin
as Vineyard Cutie
Danny Murphy
as Dicky
Malcolm G. Chase Jr.
as Vineyard Buddy
Crew
Director
- Bobby Farrelly
- Peter Farrelly
Producer
- Bobby Farrelly
- Bradley Thomas
- Charles B. Wessler
- Peter Farrelly
Reviews
Kamurai
Decent watch at best, could watch again, and can recommend.
I'm a fan of Matt Damon, but not so much Greg Kinnear, though both are clearly quality actors. This movie is extremely charming, and very well written and produced. It is obvious that they knew they had a contentious concept and needed to create something that deals with it carefully and tastefully.
As an idea that, "oh, they can't get away from each other!" is funny short term, like if they were glued together on accident ("Family Guy"), but as the sadness of the reality sets in they try to compete with overly ridiculous scenarios that wouldn't happen in real life and try to swing the odd situations as beneficial. As that becomes obviously untrue, the sadness of it sets back in and is doubled by the idea of being permanently stuck with someone so wildly different that you.
If you can look past reality, then there is a lot of good humor in here, and a really touching love story crossed with a story of ambition versus family.
Other than funny, this movie feels like it tries to be too many things, but that comes from having two wildly different characters each pursuing their own stories. There's just a lot of overhead.
There are a lot of problems with the movie, but it's uniquely charming, and there just aren't many conjoined twin stories.
Sep 20, 2020
Thematic Analysis
Stuck on You represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Bobby Farrelly brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2003, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Stuck on You took approximately 26 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $55.0 million, the film proved to be a financial success, earning back its investment and more.
- The final cut of the film runs for 119 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 144 minutes long.
- The costume department created over 166 unique costume pieces for the production.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2003, when this film is released:
- The September 11 attacks changed global security and politics.
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While Stuck on You shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Spanglish, which focuses more on action than character development, Stuck on You subverts genre expectations by exploring its themes with greater nuance.
While films like Heathers and Adaptation. explore similar territory, Stuck on You stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its thoughtful balance of entertainment value and thematic depth, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: December 10, 2003
- Runtime: 1h 59m
- Budget: $55,000,000
- Revenue: $65,784,503
