This is my number one favorite movie - I had seen it with a friend expecting a typical Will Ferrell comedy and was surprised to find a dimensional, fascinating comedy and drama rolled into one. This is the film that shows that Ferrell can actually act, emote, and perform more than his usual pratfalls. There's nothing wrong with his broad comedies, but what a pleasure to see there's more to him. I agree with another reviewer here: it's not for everybody. But if you're at all curious, it's worth borrowing here.
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Cathlyn Z. (LizzyBennet) from DAWSONVILLE, GA Reviewed on 9/7/2010...
Quirky, and hilarious.
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Jamie M. from CHAMBERSBURG, PA Reviewed on 7/1/2010...
I love this movie, but it is definately a movie that you will either love or hate.
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Roberta H. (Robin1) from MANCHESTER, NH Reviewed on 5/23/2010...
Loved this good and quirky story! Sort of a drama / dark humor type movie and something different. I'm not a fan of Will Farrell's "silly" movies so for me, this is his best to date.
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Rachael T. from HUNTINGTON, IN Reviewed on 5/3/2010...
it was ok but kind of stupid
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Cortney M. from VIRGINIA BCH, VA Reviewed on 4/5/2010...
Great, off-beat characters having deep personal revelations in strange situations. My kind of funny.
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Gary J. (gjones) from TROUTDALE, OR Reviewed on 1/18/2010...
Finally, a Will Farrell movie I truly enjoyed! Granted, it was mainly because of Maggie Gyllenhaal, Dustin Hoffman and Emma Thompson but Will farrell was actually very enjoyable to watch--for a change. Most of the movies I've seen him in I cringe every time his character even shows up on screen, let alone speak. But his character was quiet, geekish and serious and he played him to a tee. Wonderful little movie, very interesting concept, I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Peter Q. (Petequig) Reviewed on 11/30/2009...
Fascinating look into a writer's mind. Best performance ever seen, by Will Ferrell, very low-key. Dustin is his usual quirky self. A winner.
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Susan C. (Sunie) from APPLETON, WI Reviewed on 8/30/2009...
Stranger than Fiction is an interesting concept looking into the life of the character played by Will Ferrell. He starts out as a stagnant character who slowly changes his life after a author played by Emma Thompson starts to write a novel and Will Ferrell's Character becomes her subject. The author's voice repeats all Ferrell's moves back to him. Only Ferrell can hear her. It drives him crazy and motivates him to think about his life. Ultimately he makes meaningful changes. I enjoyed this thought provoking movie and do recommend it to anyone looking for a fresh and unique story.
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Suzanne B. Reviewed on 8/5/2009...
I loved this film, although I expected slapstick and got more of a drama. Very creative script and outstanding performances thoughout. The on-screen chemistry between Maggie Gyllenhaal and Will Ferrell was a pleasant surprise. Emma Thompson is perfect as the tortured writer who struggles to write a fitting ending to her character's life. Dustin Hoffman is fabulous in a supporting role.
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