The Chosen One (2010)

A man finally finds faith in himself after the rest of world puts its faith in him; the sole being on earth who can save mankind from its own destruction - The Chosen One.

Director:

Rob Schneider

Writers:

Boon Collins, Rob Schneider

Stars:

Steve Buscemi, Rob Schneider, Holland Taylor

Cast

Credited cast:
Steve Buscemi	...	Neal
Rob Schneider	...	Paul
Holland Taylor	...	Ruth
Brandon Molale	...	Cop #1
Peter Riegert	...	Bob
Jack McGee	...	Produce Manager
George Dzundza	...	Norman
Samantha Smith	...	Christine
Marcus Giamatti	...	Freddy
Sanny Van Heteren	...	Waitress
Kent Shocknek	...	Newscaster
Michael Yama	...	Mr. Nakamuri
Carolina Gómez	...	Marissa
Pamela Guest	...	Bird Lady
Buddy Lewis	...	NY Doorman

Storyline

Paul is an ordinary man who is at the end of his rope. He hates his job, his beautiful wife has left him, and his mother and gay, Buddhist-monk brother constantly remind him of his shortcomings. Although Paul doesn't know it yet, his life is about to change in a big way.

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Plot Keywords:

number in title

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG-13 for crude sexual material, language, mature thematic content and drug references

Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 September 2010 (USA)

Also Known As:

El elegido

Filming Locations:

Santa Clarita, California, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$7,500,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Costa Rica Production Support, Desperado Film, From Out of Nowhere Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

101 min

Color:

Color

Did You Know?

Trivia

George Sluizer was originally the film's director but left during production.

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Goofs

At the end of the film, when Neil puts the nest back on the building, a chunk of the plastic bag is left on the metal hooks of the ledge. When the bird comes back the plastic it is gone, and the nest has miraculously moved from the left side to the middle of the ledge.

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Quotes

[first lines]
Christine: [on answering machine] Paul, it's Christine. Listen, I'm sorry that I hurt you. I never meant for this to happen. I feel like you've been pushing away for that last two years. I love you Paul, but, I want more in my life. Goodbye.

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Connections

References Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)

User Reviews

A Good Movie

I really liked this movie. It kept my attention throughout the whole movie. It started out strong and ended strong. I liked the spiritual nature of the movie. I really like the "spiritual" quotes throughout the movie. I liked the mix of some comedy with the spiritual drama. This made it more interesting. There was only one short time where there was inappropriate content for young kids. This is much better than most movies nowadays. Rob Schneider did a good job in his serious role. I think Rob Schneider should consider more movies such as this one. I noticed he wrote the movie. I think people should keep an open mind and give this movie a chance!