Whatever Works

Whatever Works

A new comedy!

PG-13 2009 · 92 min · ★ 7.1 (2K) · Comedy, Romance

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."

Directed by Woody Allen · Written by Woody Allen

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Larry David Boris Yellnikoff
Evan Rachel Wood Melodie St. Ann Celestine
Michael McKean Joe - Boris' Friend #3
Conleth Hill Leo Brockman
Patricia Clarkson Marietta
Ed Begley Jr. John
Carolyn McCormick Jessica
Henry Cavill Randy James
John Gallagher Jr. Perry
Christopher Evan Welch Howard
Adam Brooks Boris' Friend #1
Lyle Kanouse Boris' Friend #2

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