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Release Date:
23 February 2007 (USA) moreTagline:
The truth will find you. morePlot:
Walter Sparrow becomes obsessed with a novel that he believes was written about him. As his obsession increases, more and more similarities seem to arise. full summary | full synopsisAwards:
4 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(47 articles)
This Week On DVD and Blu-ray: June 16, 2009 (From Rope Of Silicon. 16 June 2009, 1:54 AM, PDT)
The Number 23 Counts Up to Blu-ray on October 6th
(From MovieWeb. 11 June 2009, 10:40 AM, PDT)
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Watchable, not Wonderful moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only)| Jim Carrey | ... | Walter Sparrow / Fingerling | |
| Virginia Madsen | ... | Agatha Sparrow / Fabrizia | |
| Logan Lerman | ... | Robin Sparrow | |
| Danny Huston | ... | Isaac French / Dr. Miles Phoenix | |
| Lynn Collins | ... | Suicide Blonde / Mrs. Dobkins / Young Fingerling's Mother | |
| Rhona Mitra | ... | Laura Tollins | |
| Michelle Arthur | ... | Sybil | |
| Mark Pellegrino | ... | Kyle Flinch | |
| Paul Butcher | ... | Young Fingerling / Young Walter | |
| David Stifel | ... | Hotel Clerk | |
| Corey Stoll | ... | Sergeant Burns | |
| Ed Lauter | ... | Father Sebastian | |
| Troy Kotsur | ... | Barnaby | |
| Walter Soo Hoo | ... | Chinese Restaurant Owner | |
| Patricia Belcher | ... | Dr. Alice Mortimer |
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Rated R for violence, disturbing images, sexuality and language.Parents Guide:
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98 minCountry:
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EnglishColor:
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2.35 : 1 moreCertification:
Ireland:15A | UK:15 | Finland:K-15 | Singapore:M18 | South Korea:15 | Singapore:PG (edited version) | Germany:16 | Brazil:14 | Netherlands:16 | Switzerland:14 (canton of Geneva) | Switzerland:14 (canton of Vaud) | Argentina:13 | Spain:13 | Australia:MA | Malaysia:18PL | Portugal:M/16 | Czech Republic:12 | Canada:13+ (Quebec) | Canada:14A (Alberta/British Columbia/Manitoba/Ontario) | Norway:15 | Denmark:15 | Sweden:15 | South Africa:16 | France:U (with warning) | Hong Kong:IIB | Philippines:R-13 | USA:R (certificate #43185) | Japan:R-15 | New Zealand:R16Fun Stuff
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The telephone number for the King Edward Hotel (which is printed on the room keys) is 555-1232. Not only is there a 23 and a 32 (a reverse 23) in the second half of the number, but 5+5+5+1+2+3+2 is equal to 23. moreGoofs:
Continuity: When Agatha enters the Nathaniel Institute, it is dark outside, but when we see her again in the doctor's office, bright light is shining through the windows. When she leaves again it is dark. moreQuotes:
[first lines]Walter Sparrow: A week ago, the only thing I thought was out of the ordinary was that it was my birthday.
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Tear You Apart moreFAQ
What song plays when Fingerling first meets Fabrizia by the burning car?What are the differences between the R-Rated theatrical version and the Unrated version of the movie?
Why did Walter Sparrow's wife choose that book for him?
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There has been a great deal of critical scorn directed at 'The Number 23', which almost made me rethink my decision to see it, despite finding the concept very enticing, being impressed by the promotional materials, and generally liking Joel Schumacher as a director (yes, Batman and Robin was awful, but he's directing some very good films like The Client, Phone Booth and The Lost Boys) And after seeing the finished product, I find myself asking why the knives are out for the film. Now, I'm not saying this is a brilliant film, because it isn't. It's rather easy to guess the plot twists, the script does tend to patronise the viewer and the final segment of the film casually abandons the central premise in favour of a more generic 'mystery' storyline. But I found quite a few things to like about the movie, such as strong performances from Jim Carrey and Virginia Madsen, very stylish direction and (for most of the movie)a genuine undercurrent of tension as the events unfold. It's not going to be remembered as a highlight on the careers of anyone involved, but if you enjoyed conspiracy theory novels such as The Da Vinci Code or shows like the X-Files, you are more likely to see past the critics and enjoy this film.
Final Score 6 (which is 2x3)/10