Comedy ·Romance · United States of America · 2009 · 1h 35m

The Answer Man

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Director
John Hindman
Cast
Jeff Daniels as Arlen Faber Lauren Graham as Elizabeth Lou Taylor Pucci as Kris Lucas Kat Dennings as Dahlia Olivia Thirlby as Anne Morgan Turner as Singing Daughter
Crew
Oliver Bokelberg — Director of Photography Gerald B. Greenberg — Editor John Hindman — Writer Kevin J. Messick — Producer Jana Edelbaum — Producer Rebecca Rivo — Producer
Tagline

He wrote the book on life's big questions. But the truth is he hasn't got a clue.

Synopsis

Twenty years ago, Arlen Faber wrote a book about spirituality that became wildly popular. These days, he's a curmudgeonly recluse who only enjoys the company of his chiropractor, Elizabeth. As Elizabeth's warmth starts to melt Arlen's cold heart, he comes to realize what love really means.

Mood & Themes
chiropractor
Key Collaborators
John Hindman Director Oliver Bokelberg Director of Photography Gerald B. Greenberg Editor John Hindman Writer Kevin J. Messick Producer Jana Edelbaum Producer Rebecca Rivo Producer Deborah Aquila Producer Alex DiGerlando Production Design Rebecca Gregg Costume Design
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