An unhappy and disliked image consultant gets a second shot at life when an eight year old version of himself mysteriously appears.
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| Bruce Willis | ... | ||
| Spencer Breslin | ... | ||
| Emily Mortimer | ... | ||
| Lily Tomlin | ... | ||
| Jean Smart | ... | ||
| Chi McBride | ... | ||
| Daniel von Bargen | ... |
Sam Duritz
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| Dana Ivey | ... | ||
| Susan Dalian | ... | ||
| Stanley Anderson | ... | ||
| Juanita Moore | ... | ||
| Esther Scott | ... | ||
| Deborah May | ... | ||
| Vernee Watson | ... |
Newsstand Cashier
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| Jan Hoag | ... | ||
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Russ Duritz (Bruce Willis) is a wealthy L.A. image consultant, but as he nears 40, he's cynical, dogless, chickless, estranged from his father (Daniel von Bargen), and he has no memories of his childhood. One night he surprises an intruder (Spencer Breslin), who turns out to be a kid, almost 8 years old. There's something oddly familiar about the chubby lad, whose name is Rusty. The boy's identity sparks a journey into Russ's past that the two of them take - to find the key moment that has defined who Russ is. Two long-suffering women look on with disbelief: Russ's secretary, Janet(Lily Tomlin), and his assistant, the lovely Amy, to whom Rusty takes a shine. What, and who, is at the end of this journey? Written by <[email protected]>
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image consultant | childhood | one two combo | altering history | cartoon on tv |Taglines:
Nobody ever grows up quite like they imagined.Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG for boxing action and mild thematic elements | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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EnglishRelease Date:
10 August 2000 (Israel) See more »Also Known As:
Ha-Yeled See more »Box Office
Budget:
$65,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$12,687,726 (USA) (7 July 2000)Gross:
$69,688,384 (USA) (24 November 2000)Company Credits
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Russ Duritz: Yes. I'll cherish this moment for a lifetime.
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Written by Jimmy Webb
Performed by The 5th Dimension
Courtesy of Arista Records, Inc.
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M. Night Shyamalan directed Spencer Breslin's sister Abigail in Signs. Bruce Willis also starred in two Shyamalan films. See more »Goofs
Russ opens his bottle of water twice while he's in the bathroom hoping young Rusty will disappear. See more »Quotes
Rusty Duritz: Isn't it cool we both have to go to the bathroom at the same time?Russ Duritz: Yes. I'll cherish this moment for a lifetime.
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At the end of the movie there is an explanation for why the moon appears orange when it rises. This is a reference to a question posed to Russ Duritz by his 8-yr.-old alter ego, which Russ later asks his assistant to check on. See more »Soundtracks
Up, Up, and AwayWritten by Jimmy Webb
Performed by The 5th Dimension
Courtesy of Arista Records, Inc.
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When the first trailer for this film was viewed by myself, I was curious as to what angle the storyline would take. After all the plot of having one's childhood self return to the present leaves open many options. Bruce Willis however does a superb job in the role he was given. I was surprised to see just how well he could act in this part. This is also a good career move as many others have said but after seeing it I now agree. This film is mainly about remembering the kid you used to be, and coming to the realization that you aren't the adult you planned to be. This is a wonderful story and a gripping tale that makes us all think. Usually we scorn at "What if..." movies. For example, Waterworld attempted to answer the question "What if the world were to be covered with water and...?" But truthfully, nobody cared. This movie however effects everyone in the theatre. True, young children may not fully grasp the idea of growing up and having all your dreams fizzle away, but it leaves a great impact on the adults and parents of those children. This movie is definitely worth seeing. Although, it will be better the second time around because you won't be thinking so much (about how the kid got there, and why and all that stuff) Just relax and have fun. And take something with you when you leave that cinema. Take that piece of your childhood you've forgotten and enjoy it.