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Whatever Works

A new comedy!

Whatever Works explores the relationship between a crotchety misanthrope, Boris and a naïve, impressionable young runaway from the south, Melody. When Melody's uptight parents arrive in New York to rescue her, they are quickly drawn into wildly unexpected romantic entanglements. Everyone discovers that finding love is just a combination of lucky chance and appreciating the value of "whatever works."

20091h 32mPG-13Comedy, Romance

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About Whatever Works

Directors
Woody Allen
Cast
Larry David, Evan Rachel Wood, Michael McKean, Conleth Hill, Patricia Clarkson, Ed Begley Jr.
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Content rating
PG-13
Original language
English
Production countries
United States of America, France
Status
Released

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