IMDb > The Anniversary Party (2001)
The Anniversary Party
Quicklinks
Top Links
trailers and videosfull cast and crewtriviaofficial sitesmemorable quotes
Overview
main detailscombined detailsfull cast and crewcompany creditstv schedule
Awards & Reviews
user commentsexternal reviewsnewsgroup reviewsawardsuser ratingsparents guiderecommendationsmessage board
Plot & Quotes
plot summarysynopsisplot keywordsAmazon.com summarymemorable quotes
Fun Stuff
triviagoofssoundtrack listingcrazy creditsalternate versionsmovie connectionsFAQ
Other Info
merchandising linksbox office/businessrelease datesfilming locationstechnical specslaserdisc detailsDVD detailsliterature listingsNewsDesk
Promotional
taglines trailers and videos posters photo gallery
External Links
showtimesofficial sitesmiscellaneousphotographssound clipsvideo clips

The Anniversary Party (2001) More at IMDbPro »

Photos (see all 75 | slideshow) Videos (see all 5)
The Anniversary Party (2001) -- Love is complex and relationships deteriorate.
The Anniversary Party (2001) -- Sinematurk - Trailer (Flash)

IMDb Holiday Movie Guide

Overview

User Rating:
6.2/10   5,521 votes
MOVIEmeter: ?
Up 1% in popularity this week. See why on IMDbPro.
Writers:
Jennifer Jason Leigh (written by) &
Alan Cumming (written by)
Contact:
View company contact information for The Anniversary Party on IMDbPro.
Release Date:
24 June 2001 (USA) more
Genre:
Tagline:
It's not a party until something gets broken.
Plot:
Love is complex and relationships deteriorate. full summary | add synopsis
Plot Keywords:
Awards:
1 win & 4 nominations more
NewsDesk:
(9 articles)
The Fido awards are the canine Oscars
 (From The Guardian - Film News. 15 November 2009, 4:05 PM, PST)

You Got The Cates Stuff... Baby
 (From FilmExperience. 28 April 2009, 11:19 AM, PDT)

User Comments:
Begins with simple fun, ends with a Viet Nam of emotion. more (125 total)

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

Alan Cumming ... Joe Therrian

Jennifer Jason Leigh ... Sally Therrian
Otis ... Himself (as Otis the Dog)
Steven Freedman ... Yoga Instructor
Norizzela Monterroso ... America
Clara Demedrano ... Rosa

John Benjamin Hickey ... Jerry Adams

Parker Posey ... Judy Adams

Phoebe Cates ... Sophia Gold

Kevin Kline ... Cal Gold
Owen Kline ... Jack Gold
Greta Kline ... Evie Gold

Denis O'Hare ... Ryan Rose

Mina Badie ... Monica Rose
Jane Adams ... Clair Forsyth
more
Create a character page for: ?

Additional Details

MPAA:
Rated R for language, drug use and nudity.
Runtime:
115 min
Country:
Language:
Color:
Aspect Ratio:
1.78 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Certification:
Portugal:M/16 | South Korea:18 | Canada:14A (Canadian Home Video rating) | Australia:MA | France:U | Germany:12 | Netherlands:12 | Spain:13 | Switzerland:14 (canton of Geneva) | Switzerland:14 (canton of Vaud) | UK:18 | USA:R (No. 37899) | Iceland:12

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
The movie was shot entirely in a Hollywood Hills house designed by Richard Neutra which is owned by Sofia Coppola. more
Goofs:
Continuity: After Judy throws the diving sticks into the pool, several guests jump in, including a shirtless Joe. In the next shot, Joe is on the grass, wearing his shirt and dry. more
Quotes:
Mac Forsyth: Have you got a DP yet?
Joe Therrian: Is that the guy with the camera?
Mac Forsyth: Yeah.
Joe Therrian: Yeah, they gave me a list.
Mac Forsyth: [paces; after a pause] Do you even like film?
Joe Therrian: Not really, no.
more
Movie Connections:
Soundtrack:
There Is No Greater Love more

FAQ

This FAQ is empty. Add the first question.
9 out of 10 people found the following comment useful.
Begins with simple fun, ends with a Viet Nam of emotion., 21 January 2002
9/10
Author: sequitur2002

Definitely not what I was expecting from reading the box at the video store. Forget any reviews or anything you hear about this movie. Walking into it with expectations would have ruined it for me.

The movie is well directed and cast (despite the fact that many of the actors are related - this is a happy surprise when the credits roll). The premise is that a separated "celebrity" couple gets back together for their sixth wedding anniversary, much to the happiness of (most of) their friends and colleagues, and begin to plan a family and a move to England from Hollywood.

Jennifer Jason Leigh and Alan Cumming make a credible couple on the verge of stardom or has-been-dom, depending on what takes place in the coming year; relocating to England to have a baby or having "Sally" act the part in "Joe's" new movie. It becomes clear near the end that the desires of each aren't what was expected in the beginning of the film.

The only disappointment was Kevin Kline's character. This role was the least interesting of the group; he efforts a semi-believable, cynical hollywood type who holds genuine affection for his children. I just didn't feel anything for him, although Kline shines as would be expected. Small quibble.

Phoebe Cates plays the most believable character, Sally's best (female) friend, and makes you wonder where she's been lately. She comes terribly close to stealing the show by nailing her role with Oscar-quality acting and frightening emotion. We all have, or deserve, a friend like "Sophia."

The other surprise star is Mina Badie, who evolves from the apprehensive and abrasive neighbor to untethered, libertine by the conclusion. I'm not sure why she doesn't want more acting roles.

There was a tad too much nudity in the pool scene (although it is explainable), but aside from that, I would recommend this to anyone whose pre-child relationship is not currently on the rocks.

Was the above comment useful to you?
more (125 total)

Message Boards

Discuss this movie with other users on IMDb message board for The Anniversary Party (2001)
Recent Posts (updated daily)User
i felt like i was watching elevator surveillance videos. spikeschilde
Champagne Glasses DerLeser
Phoebe Cates stew44-1
Song in the opening pool scene???? shannoncolandrea
song question homer4e
Love or Hate hugh23
more

Recommendations

If you enjoyed this title, our database also recommends:
- - - - -
Short Cuts The Last Picture Show Peter's Friends The Bad and the Beautiful Frida
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
News articles IMDb Drama section IMDb USA 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.