IMDb > Speaking of Sex (2001)

Speaking of Sex (2001) More at IMDbPro »

Videos (see all 2)
Speaking of Sex (2001) -- Sinematurk - Trailer (Flash)
IMDb Holiday Movie Guide

Overview

User Rating:
5.8/10   1,153 votes
MOVIEmeter: ?
Up 2% in popularity this week. See why on IMDbPro.
Director:
John McNaughton
Writer (WGA):
Gary Tieche (written by)
Contact:
View company contact information for Speaking of Sex on IMDbPro.
Release Date:
20 September 2002 (Greece) more
Genre:
Comedy | Romance more
Tagline:
Because life has its ups and downs...
Plot:
A female marriage counselor and a male depression expert try to solve the marital problems of a troubled couple. | add synopsis
Plot Keywords:
more
User Comments:
Could have been a lot better.. more (19 total)

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

James Spader ... Dr. Roger Klink

Melora Walters ... Melinda

Jay Mohr ... Dan
Nathaniel Arcand ... Calvin

Megan Mullally ... Jennifer Klink

Lara Flynn Boyle ... Dr. Emily Paige

Nick Offerman ... Sheriff Panghorn

Greg Pitts ... Deputy Trousdale

Daniel Libman ... Dr. Clark
Don MacKay ... Dr. Fromm

Paul Schulze ... Larry

Catherine O'Hara ... Connie Barker

Phil LaMarr ... Joel Johnson, Jr.

Bill Murray ... Ezri Stovall

Hart Bochner ... Felix
more
Create a character page for: ?

Additional Details

MPAA:
Rated R for strong sexual content and language.
Parents Guide:
Add content advisory for parents
Runtime:
USA:96 min | USA:97 min
Country:
Canada | USA | France
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Sound Mix:
Dolby Digital
Certification:
USA:R | Iceland:12 | Brazil:16 | Italy:VM14 | New Zealand:R16 | Spain:13 | Australia:MA
Filming Locations:
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Company:
Canal+ more

Fun Stuff

Quotes:
Jennifer Klink: All of a sudden, he is Mr Oral Sex. Up until then Roger had *very* rarely, uh, 'cunnilinged' me.
Felix: Can you say, uh, 'cunnilinged'?
Jennifer Klink: [laughs] Well, I don't know. What's the verb for cunnilingus?
Felix: 'Cunniligated'?
Jennifer Klink: [laughs amd hits him on the arm flirtatiously] stop it!
Felix: Cunnilingual? Is that a verb?
Jennifer Klink: [still laughing] I don't know, but I like it!
more
Movie Connections:
References Annie Hall (1977) more
Soundtrack:
Europa more

FAQ

This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.

User Comments

   (Comment on this title)
2 out of 6 people found the following comment useful.
Could have been a lot better.., 27 January 2003
5/10
Author: Jeroen Besseling (rudebuzztard@hotmail.com) from Heemskerk, Holland

I don't know exactly what went wrong with this movie, Bill Murray can do comedy, Jay Mohr was funny in Mafia, but I think it was the script that has messed this movie up big time. I know it's hard to make up good jokes, and all the good stuff has already been used in other movies, but is that really a reason to resort to sh***y sexual jokes? I mean, you can make BIG sexual jokes, that are almost revolting (the sperm gel used by cameron diaz in there is something about mary) but will freak people out and make them laugh, or you can do the other jokes.. and sadly they have chosen for the save path. These jokes are weak, I have the idea that the writer is a bit afraid of sex himself, and tries to write the trauma away with this dreadful story.

But enough about the story what about the cast? lot of semi-great names, but no real big names, that is not a shame, I think the actors did pretty good considering the script that was given them. None of them are truly great, Lara Boyle is candy for the eye as usual, but nothing more. The characters are just flat, no crazy persons (a good comedy must have a weird or crazy person in my opinion) they are all at the same level. Even a veteran like Bill Murray delivers a meagre performance. Almost like the director said "people! don't try to be too funny" they seem to be held back by something.

And last, but not least, the directing. I think the director did a good job I like the short flashback thing were he let's the picture slide into the screen. Also the "private eye and victim woman" telephone conversation with 2 other people was brought very good. The director did his best and made a movie what was a 4 out of 10 into a 5 out of ten.. so 5/10, maybe nice for the die hard Murray fans. But not very funny.

Was the above comment useful to you?
more (19 total)

Message Boards

Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for Speaking of Sex (2001)
Recent Posts (updated daily)User
What A Great & Underrated Movie ! wrath_d1
Yikes!!! (Not very good at all) corky-27
DVD? treatwilliams1892
Bill Murray? Mrs_Prot
Filmed in....? dreamsofglass42
more

Recommendations

If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
- - - - -
Ellie Parker Unfaithful Embrassez qui vous voudrez Bliss Trust the Man
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
IMDb User Rating:
Show more recommendations

Related Links

Full cast and crew Company credits External reviews
IMDb Comedy section IMDb Canada section Add this title to MyMovies

You may report errors and omissions on this page to the IMDb database managers. They will be examined and if approved will be included in a future update. Clicking the 'Update' button will take you through a step-by-step process.