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You Can Count on Me (2000) 7.6
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7.6/10 from 17,451 users
Metascore: 85/100
Reviews: 220 user | 119 critic | 31 from Metacritic.com A single mother's life is thrown into turmoil after her struggling, rarely-seen younger brother returns to town. Director:Kenneth LonerganWriter:Kenneth Lonergan |
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Cast
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| Laura Linney | ... | ||
| Mark Ruffalo | ... | ||
| Matthew Broderick | ... | ||
| Rory Culkin | ... | ||
| Jon Tenney | ... | ||
| J. Smith-Cameron | ... | ||
| Gaby Hoffmann | ... | ||
| Amy Ryan | ... | ||
| Michael Countryman | ... | ||
| Adam LeFevre | ... | ||
| Halley Feiffer | ... | ||
| Whitney Vance | ... | ||
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Adult siblings Sammy Prescott and Terry Prescott have had a special bond with each other since they were kids when their parents were tragically killed in a car accident. That bond is why single mom Sammy, who still lives in the family home in Scottsville, upstate New York with her eight year old son Rudy, is excited to hear that Terry, who she has not seen or heard from in a while, is coming home for a visit. That excitement is dampened slightly upon Terry's arrival, when she learns that he, broke, is only there to borrow money. As adults, Sammy, who works as a lending officer in the local bank, is seen as the responsible sibling, while unfocused Terry is seen as the irresponsible drifter. Regardless, Sammy welcomes what ends up being Terry's longer than planned visit if only so that he can help take care of Rudy, who has no adult male figure in his life. Rudy has never known his deadbeat biological father, with who Sammy wants nothing to do. As Terry - acting as the supposed adult ... Written by Huggo
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Rated R for language, some drug use and a scene of sexuality | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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EnglishRelease Date:
16 November 2000 (Slovenia) See more »Also Known As:
Puedes contar conmigo See more »Box Office
Budget:
$1,200,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
£63,848 (UK) (30 March 2001)Gross:
$9,180,275 (USA) (8 June 2001)Company Credits
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Written by Steve Earle
Performed by Steve Earle and the Del McCoury Band with Iris DeMent
Courtesy of South Nashville Music / WB Music Corp. (ASCAP)
And E-Squared, LLC.
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The pool scene with Terry and Rudy was shot at a real pool hall where the crew often hung out after shooting. See more »Goofs
The pancakes on the son's dish skip around from side to side in each shot as he and his mom are talking. See more »Crazy Credits
Jeffrey Sharp would like to dedicate his work on this film to his mother, Virginia Sharp Albright, with love and admiration. See more »Soundtracks
"I'm Still In Love With You"Written by Steve Earle
Performed by Steve Earle and the Del McCoury Band with Iris DeMent
Courtesy of South Nashville Music / WB Music Corp. (ASCAP)
And E-Squared, LLC.
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This movie centres on a brother and sister. Samantha lives in a small town going through the routine of life, when suddenly she finds out her brother Terry is coming to visit again after a long absence. However, we soon find out from these 2, that not everything in their lives are perfect.
This movie has the most engaging characters I have ever seen. The two actors, Laura Linney and Marc Ruffalo, I could have just sat and listened to them all day talking about their lives. It is that good. Marc Ruffalo has this charisma and screen presence and makes his character come alive like no other person I have seen on film 'ever'. These people are so real in this film it is unbelievable.
The movie is charming, witty, heartwarming, unpredictable, VERY funny, and so great. You leave the theatre wondering what well become of these 2 and their trials, and they seem like people you know. The great thing also is the film is not sappy, or has predictable plot holes, or a serious climax that you are waiting for to erupt. It just unfolds so perfectly.
Great film (must see)
10 out of 10