WHATEVER WORKS (Theatrical Release USA 2009)

Ben Meyers’ rating: 4.2|5.0 Starsìììì

Whatever Works combines the unique talents of two comedy veterans, Woody Allen and Larry David. Interesting and creative, this film works for the mature adult audience. 

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Storyline

Boris (Larry David) talks openly to his audience about a series of events that transpire in his life.

Additional Thanks

Thank You to Director Woody Allen for directing efforts. Thank you to Executive Producers Brahim Chioua, Charles H. Joffe, and Vincent Maraval for making the film possible. Additional characters/cast include: Boris (Larry David), Boris’ Friend (Adam Brooks), Boris’ Friend (Lyle Kanouse), Boris’ Friend (Michael McKean), Boy on Street (Clifford Lee Dickson), Boy’s Mother (Yolonda Ross), Jessica (Carolyn McCormick), Chess Mother (Samantha Bee), Melody Celestine (Evan Rachel Wood), Brockman (Conleth Hill), Lady at Chinese Restaurant (Marcia DeBonis), Perry (John Gallagher, Jr.), and Chess Girl (Willa Cuthrell).

Buy a ticket? Yes? No? Maybe?

Maybe. It’s comedy, yes, but also a thought-provoking adult film that examines human life as less sophisticated persons interact with more worldly minded individuals.

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Ben Meyers