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Breakin' All the Rules (2004) -- Inspired by his fianc�e (who dumped him), a man publishes a break-up handbook for men, becoming a bestselling author in the process.
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Overview

User Rating:
5.3/10   2,465 votes
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Director:
Writer (WGA):
Daniel Taplitz (written by)
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Release Date:
14 May 2004 (USA) more
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Tagline:
When it comes to getting dumped... He wrote the book.
Plot:
Inspired by his fiancée (who dumped him), a man publishes a break-up handbook for men, becoming a bestselling author in the process. full summary | full synopsis
Awards:
4 nominations more
User Comments:
Smart Acting more (22 total)

Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

Jamie Foxx ... Quincy Watson

Gabrielle Union ... Nicky Callas

Morris Chestnut ... Evan Fields

Peter MacNicol ... Philip Gascon

Jennifer Esposito ... Rita Monroe

Bianca Lawson ... Helen Sharp
Jill Ritchie ... Amy

Samantha Nagel ... Sandra / Executive Assistant
Grace Chan ... Secretary
Danny Comden ... Sam

Octavia Spencer ... Stylist (as Octavia L. Spencer)
Heather Headley ... Herself
Patrick Cranshaw ... Mr. Lynch

Tate Taylor ... Attendant

Bob Stephenson ... Ticket Master
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Additional Details

Also Known As:
The Break Up Handbook (USA) (working title)
The Sexpert (USA) (working title)
Untitled Jamie Foxx Comedy (USA) (working title)
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MPAA:
Rated PG-13 for sexual material/humor and language.
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Argentina:85 min
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2.35 : 1 more
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Fun Stuff

Trivia:
During the making of this movie, Jamie Foxx had cut his hair for Ray (2004/I). So in the final scene, Foxx is wearing a wig, which is why his hair looks so much longer. more
Goofs:
Continuity: When Quincy goes to Nicky's house to find her after he discovers that his cousin is marrying Rita. When he has the conversation with Amy her hair changes position between shots. more
Movie Connections:
Referenced in The Getaway: Black Monday (2004) (VG) more
Soundtrack:
Atomic Dog more

FAQ

How does it end?
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3 out of 5 people found the following comment useful.
Smart Acting, 16 September 2004
7/10
Author: Peter Hawg from Earth

Jamie Foxx is by far the smartest actor of his genre. He would compliment so many other good actors. This role was not made for him but he managed to make it a entertaining movie. Sure would like to see Anthony Anderson & Jack Black do something offbeat with Jamie Foxx.

Jamie Foxx and his disposition should be nominated for stand up person. I believe he could be the next Big thing on screen if his agents and publicists push him the right way. Not to sound old, but Booty Call was brilliant and exceptionally well acted. I suppose i find most things fresh entertaining, only if we could keep it fresh.

Have not seen Ray yet but i hope its good and full of "p" & vinegar.

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