Love for Rent (2005)

Tells the story of Sofia (Angie Cepeda), a Colombian college student struggling with immigration issues in LA, who accepts a $50,000 offer to rent her body and soul and become a surrogate mother to a wealthy couple.

Director:

Shane Edelman

Writers:

Andrew Miles, Brian D. Young (story)

Stars:

Angie Cepeda, Ken Marino, Martita Roca

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Cast

Credited cast:
Angie Cepeda	...	Sofia
Ken Marino	...	Dr. Neil Gardner
Martita Roca	...	Monica
Nora Dunn	...	Helen Bauman
Jim Piddock	...	Frank Bauman
Max Burkholder	...	Max (as Max Wolf Burkholder)
Brad Rowe	...	Jesse
Richard Speight Jr.	...	George
Hunter Johnson	...	Zoe
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Lillian Adams	...	Mrs. Goldfarb
Rae Allen	...	Gwen
Ryan Armstrong	...	Ken
Lilli Birdsell	...	Chaney
Scott Burkholder	...	Principal Jones (as Scott Burkeholder)
Diana Castle	...	Dr. Langdon

Storyline

Tells the story of Sofia (Angie Cepeda), a Colombian college student struggling with immigration issues in LA, who accepts a $50,000 offer to rent her body and soul and become a surrogate mother to a wealthy couple.

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Plot Keywords:

college student | surrogate mother | best friend | elevator | girl | 

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Taglines:

Would you rent your body and soul for $50,000?

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Genres:

Comedy | Romance

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language including some sexual references

Details

Official Sites:

MiamiLA Entertainment [United States]

Country:

USA Colombia

Language:

Spanish English

Release Date:

1 February 2008 (Panama)

Also Known As:

Amor en alquiler

Filming Locations:

Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

MiamiLA Entertainment

Technical Specs

Runtime:

96 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Martita Roca was first cast to play the leading role of Sofia, but then producers thought she would be better as Monica, Sofia's cousin.

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Quotes

Sofia: I'm very disappointed in you Max. First, you break into my apartment. Then, you hit a girl.
Max: Your not mad at me about hitting Kenny?
Sofia: No, that one I can forgive. He's a pervert and he should be stopped. But, I don't want you hitting Charlie. If she tries to kiss you, kiss her back.
Max: No way!
Sofia: Women don't like men who give in too easily. Trust me. She kisses you because she loves a challenge.
Max: Why?
Sofia: Because... because women are like locas. That's why.
Max: I thought she kisses me because she thinks I'm cute.

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Connections

References The Exorcist (1973)

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Soundtracks

My Heart Won't Say Goodbye
Performed by Martita Roca
Written by Alfredo Matheus

User Reviews

Well Done.

I recently saw a screening of this movie and I must say I wasn't expecting very much. So many factors were going against it. One- being that I'm a guy who hates "chick flix" and two - I had heard of none of the actors, aside from SNL alum Nora Dunn. And three – did I mention that I'm a guy? At the risk of having my manhood challenged I must say that I loved this movie! What a pleasant surprise! Now that I'm a college grad ready for the real world, maybe I'm getting more sensitive. I don't recall the last time I had seen such an engaging story with such endearing characters. I loved this movie! Angie Cepeda, who plays Sofia, a Colombian trying to make it in America, is not only easy on the eyes, but has a natural acting ability that made me care about her within' two minutes. Ken Marino, who plays her love interest, was terrific. Both these actors are great finds. The rest of the cast was wonderful as well, especially Nora Dunn, who was cold as ice, brilliantly funny, and very human when I least expected it. The story blends comedy and drama perfectly in this profound story of love, family, and the powerful connection of mother and child. The movie was thoroughly a joy to watch, and it stayed with me days after I left the festival. Hollywood should take notice of this little film and learn how to generate true emotions from their audience. Max Burkholder, the little precocious foster kid, will steal your heart. Trust me.