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Live Free or Die

  • 2006
  • R
  • 1h 29m
IMDb RATING
5.4/10
2.5K
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Live Free or Die (2006)
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ComedyCrime

Lackluster criminals look to pull a job in the Granite State.Lackluster criminals look to pull a job in the Granite State.Lackluster criminals look to pull a job in the Granite State.

  • Directors
    • Gregg Kavet
    • Andy Robin
  • Writers
    • Gregg Kavet
    • Andy Robin
  • Stars
    • Aaron Stanford
    • Paul Schneider
    • Judah Friedlander
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.4/10
    2.5K
    YOUR RATING
    • Directors
      • Gregg Kavet
      • Andy Robin
    • Writers
      • Gregg Kavet
      • Andy Robin
    • Stars
      • Aaron Stanford
      • Paul Schneider
      • Judah Friedlander
    • 21User reviews
    • 29Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins

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    Judah Friedlander in Live Free or Die (2006)
    Paul Schneider and Aaron Stanford in Live Free or Die (2006)
    Paul Schneider and Aaron Stanford in Live Free or Die (2006)
    Paul Schneider and Aaron Stanford in Live Free or Die (2006)
    Zooey Deschanel in Live Free or Die (2006)
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    Aaron Stanford
    Aaron Stanford
    • John 'Rugged' Rudgate
    Paul Schneider
    Paul Schneider
    • Jeff Lagrand
    Judah Friedlander
    Judah Friedlander
    • Hesh
    Peter Anthony Tambakis
    Peter Anthony Tambakis
    • Marcus
    • (as Peter Tambakis)
    Frank Pando
    Frank Pando
    • Trucker
    Jeffrey Maroun
    • Cashier
    • (as Jeffrey J. Maroun)
    Clark Middleton
    Clark Middleton
    • Larry
    Carlo Alban
    Carlo Alban
    • Todd Thomas
    Kevin Dunn
    Kevin Dunn
    • Chief Monson
    Michael Rapaport
    Michael Rapaport
    • Lt. Putney
    Zooey Deschanel
    Zooey Deschanel
    • Cheryl
    Tracy M. Smith
    • Sharon
    • (as Tracy Smith)
    R.E. Rodgers
    R.E. Rodgers
    • Oldfield
    Adam LaFramboise
    • Ted
    Kim Director
    Kim Director
    • Donna
    George Feaster
    • Omar
    Lynne McCollough
    Lynne McCollough
    • Waitress
    Ebon Moss-Bachrach
    Ebon Moss-Bachrach
    • Gazaniga
    • Directors
      • Gregg Kavet
      • Andy Robin
    • Writers
      • Gregg Kavet
      • Andy Robin
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      "Live Free Or Die" is New Hampshire's (the granite state) motto.
    • Goofs
      The kid who reports buying stolen speakers to the police identifies himself as "Todd Thompkins" in the movie, but is listed as "Todd Thomas" in the credits.
    • Quotes

      Lagrand: Ooo... Ice.

    • Connections
      References The Wizard of Oz (1939)
    • Soundtracks
      Summer's Gonna Be My Girl
      Written by Bobby Harlow, John Krautner, Christopher Fachini

      Performed by The Go

      Courtesy of Peacock Angel Publishing, Rhythm King Music, North Star Media

    User reviews21

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    I Really Enjoyed it. It was Cool.
    *** out of ****

    Aaron Stanford plays a guy named John Ruddgate. He's a wannabe gangster who just can't seem to pull it off no matter how hard he tries. Enter Lagrand(Paul Schneider), a mentally handicapped man who really enjoys John's company. In reality though, John needs Lagrand a lot more than Lagrand needs him. John tries to impress Lagrand, but somehow, everything goes wrong in all the right ways. Both of them are completely oblivious of their situation, and all they want is to put an end to it. Meanwhile, two cops investigate a situation that seems to involve John, but Officer Putney(Michael Rapaport) has more going on in his personal life than it appears, and it looks like it might cause some distress. The film takes place in New Hampshire, but it appears to be filmed in Rutland, Vermont. Since both places look similar, I guess it doesn't matter.

    The film is great. What makes it great is it's originality, it's ever twisting plot, and the fact that the characters refuse to be stereotypes. I love it when a refreshing movie like this comes out that is just enjoyable and uncomplicated. This is basically just the kind of film that I can easily get into because of how much it draws you in. It's just a breath of fresh air. It's an even bigger breath of fresh air than TRANSAMERICA or A MIDNIGHT CLEAR. There is just so much to enjoy about it.

    Aaron Stanford has proved in the past that he can be very dopey(TADPOLE)and very rugged(HILLS HAVE EYES remake), and now he shows a side of himself that manages to be realistic but true to life at the same time. He has a really believable performance as a guy who just wants to be remembered for something bad and has absolutely nothing to lose, but gets very irritated when things are ruined for him. And Paul Schneider... WOW. He somehow pulls off a very low key performance that has exactly the same effect as if it were over the top He is just fascinating to watch. He has such a unique screen presence in this film. I swear, you could pause the movie and he would still look awkward no matter how he's standing or what he's doing. Even when he holds still, he pulls off being a person who has a mental disability. It's just really subtle, and yet so hypnotic. I was impressed.

    So overall, if you're looking for something light and easy to get into, I'd highly recommend LIVE FREE OR DIE. It may not be life changing, but damn. It is damn fine independent cinema. It's really wonderful. Check it out.

    Rated R for pervasive language including sex references.
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • March 11, 2006 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • MySpace
      • Official site
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Живи свободно или умри
    • Filming locations
      • Claremont, New Hampshire, USA
    • Production companies
      • Full Content Productions
      • Sound Pictures
      • Two Lane Pictures
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $13,836
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $8,875
      • Apr 1, 2007
    • Gross worldwide
      • $13,836
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 29 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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