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Universal acclaim - based on 42 Critics

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 540 Ratings

Summary: Miles is a failed writer living a meager existence in San Diego as an English teacher. With his career seemingly fading and the fate of a book hinging on a publisher's decision, Miles is depressed with himself and what he hasn't achieved. Jack is a television actor whom some recognize but not many do, as if he were a minor actor who got a taste of success. With his best friend Miles, the two embark on a road trip through California's wine country. Miles wants to give his friend a nice sendoff before married life, while Jack simply wants to have a fling beforehand. As they're both nearing middle age with not much to show for it, the two will explore the vineyards while ultimately searching for their identities.
Runtime: 126 min
Rating: Rated R for language, some strong sexual content and nudity.
Production: Fox Searchlight Pictures
Genres: Drama, Comedy, Romance
Country: USA
Languages: English, Armenian
Home Release Date: Apr 5, 2005
Director Credit
Alexander Payne Director
Writer Credit
Alexander Payne Screenplay
Jim Taylor Screenplay
Rex Pickett Novel
Principal Cast Credit
Paul Giamatti Miles
Sandra Oh Stephanie
Thomas Haden Church Jack
Virginia Madsen Maya
Cast Credit
Alysia Reiner Christine Erganian
Jessica Hecht Victoria
Joe Marinelli Frass Canyon Pourer
M.C. Gainey Cammi's Husband
MaryLouise Burke Miles's Mother
Missy Doty Cammi
Patrick Gallagher Gary The Bartender
Robert Covarrubias Miles's Building Manager
Shake Tukhmanyan Mrs. Erganian
Shaun Duke Mike Erganian
Stephanie Faracy Stephanie's Mother
Producer Credit
George Parra Co-Producer
Michael London Producer
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