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The Hottest State

  • 20062006
  • RR
  • 1h 57m
IMDb RATING
6.0/10
2.8K
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The Hottest State (2006)
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A young actor from Texas tries to make it in New York while struggling in his relationship with a beautiful singer/songwriter.A young actor from Texas tries to make it in New York while struggling in his relationship with a beautiful singer/songwriter.A young actor from Texas tries to make it in New York while struggling in his relationship with a beautiful singer/songwriter.

IMDb RATING
6.0/10
2.8K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Ethan Hawke
  • Writer
    • Ethan Hawke(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Mark Webber
    • Catalina Sandino Moreno
    • Laura Linney
Top credits
  • Director
    • Ethan Hawke
  • Writer
    • Ethan Hawke(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Mark Webber
    • Catalina Sandino Moreno
    • Laura Linney
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 17User reviews
    • 44Critic reviews
    • 45Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination

    Videos3

    The Hottest State
    Trailer 2:14
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    Photos33

    Catalina Sandino Moreno in The Hottest State (2006)
    Mark Webber and Catalina Sandino Moreno in The Hottest State (2006)
    Laura Linney and Mark Webber in The Hottest State (2006)
    Jesse Harris and Catalina Sandino Moreno in The Hottest State (2006)
    Mark Webber and Michelle Williams in The Hottest State (2006)
    Mark Webber and Catalina Sandino Moreno in The Hottest State (2006)
    Mark Webber in The Hottest State (2006)
    Ethan Hawke and Catalina Sandino Moreno in The Hottest State (2006)
    Catalina Sandino Moreno at an event for The Hottest State (2006)
    Ethan Hawke and Catalina Sandino Moreno at an event for The Hottest State (2006)
    Ethan Hawke at an event for The Hottest State (2006)
    Ethan Hawke at an event for The Hottest State (2006)

    Top cast

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    Mark Webber
    Mark Webber
    • William Hardingas William Harding
    Catalina Sandino Moreno
    Catalina Sandino Moreno
    • Sarahas Sarah
    Laura Linney
    Laura Linney
    • Jesseas Jesse
    Daniel Ross Owens
    Daniel Ross Owens
    • Young Vinceas Young Vince
    Glen Powell
    Glen Powell
    • John Jaegermanas John Jaegerman
    • (as Glen Powell Jr.)
    Anne Clarke
    • Young Jesseas Young Jesse
    Cherami Leigh
    Cherami Leigh
    • Danielleas Danielle
    Josh Zuckerman
    Josh Zuckerman
    • Deckeras Decker
    Michelle Williams
    Michelle Williams
    • Samanthaas Samantha
    Jesse Harris
    Jesse Harris
    • Dave Aftonas Dave Afton
    Bill Dobrow
    • Drummeras Drummer
    Jon Fowler
    • Bassistas Bassist
    Guyora Kats
    • Pianistas Pianist…
    Nick McDonnel
    • Artsy Guyas Artsy Guy
    Alexandra Daddario
    Alexandra Daddario
    • Kimas Kim
    • (as Alexandra Daddorio)
    Ethan Hawke
    Ethan Hawke
    • Vinceas Vince
    Jonathan Marc Sherman
    Jonathan Marc Sherman
    • Party Philosopheras Party Philosopher
    Richard Linklater
    Richard Linklater
    • John Wayne Enthusiastas John Wayne Enthusiast
    • Director
      • Ethan Hawke
    • Writer
      • Ethan Hawke(screenplay) (novel "The Hottest State")
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    Storyline

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    A young actor from Texas tries to make it in New York while struggling in his relationship with a beautiful singer/songwriter.
    • texas
    • actor
    • written and directed by cast member
    • gift
    • tenement
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    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • What happens when your first love is love itself?
    • Genres
      • Drama
      • Music
      • Romance
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for sexual content and language
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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Colombian actress Catalina Sandino Moreno said in an interview with Reuters that she struggled with her decision to be naked for the first time for the sex scenes because she didn't have a "Hollywood body." "I'm not that skinny. I will never be that skinny. So it was kind of weird. I'm not perfect, I have this," she said, grabbing her thighs. "Then I realized every time you watch a movie where a girl gets naked, it's perfect, she's a model and it's not true. It's not real. It was kind of like a big thing for me to just go for it, to take my clothes off and be me. It was something that I really thought about, to do or not to do. Then I just said ... I'll do it. I'm normal, it's not a big deal."
    • Quotes

      Jesse: [to William in the restaurant] A lot of bad shit is gonna happen to you. People are not gonna love you back, and if you're serious about becoming an artist, that's the first thing you should learn. And, listen, you're gonna die, okay? Relatively soon, okay? So, that being said, you have nothing to worry about.

    • Connections
      Featured in At the Movies: The Brave One/The Hottest State/Mr. Woodcock/In the Valley of Elah/Across the Universe (2007)
    • Soundtracks
      Always Seem To Get Things Wrong
      Written by Jesse Harris

      Performed by Willie Nelson

    User reviews17

    Review
    Top review
    6/10
    A good and sincere effort
    There's a lot to like in Hottest State, even if far from perfect.

    Ethan Hawke's direction of his (probably autobiographical) novel sets the mood perfectly, with great music, lighting and good pacing of this story. The story progresses well, contains sensual moments and with the help of an inspired, yet simple soundtrack, is at times touching. Unfortunately, the dialogs are a real weakness and something Hawke might have wanted to touch up, preferably with someone else.

    Without a doubt, the highlight of the film is Mark Webber in the lead role. Simply put, I have not seen such a promising actor since noticing Ryan Gosling in "The Believer", years ago. I immediately knew Gosling was headed for stardom and this will be the case here as well. At a young age, Webber shows intensity, range and depth wrapped up in restraint. At times as whacky as a Giovanni Ribisi, as laid back and colorfully human as a Sam Rockwell, as soulful and magnetic as a Sean Penn. Webber is the complete package to be great in second roles but, just like Gosling, oozes of the charisma required to lead big movies as well. It's a matter of time for him to get noticed.

    Sadly, his romantic interest Catalina Sandino Moreno is not nearly as good. I wish someone of the caliber of Abbie Cornish had been cast in the role of Sarah. Instead, Catalina's portrayal of Sarah comes off as one-dimensional and annoying for what should be a fascinating and complex character. While Webber makes us feel his character's passion for Sarah, it's tough for us as viewers to really buy Catalina's performance. The script is also at fault for that at times.

    With a better second lead, a script shave of 10 to 15 minutes and tighter dialogs, this would be a classic. Instead, it is an enjoyable moment and for those of us who had never noticed Mark Webber, an opportunity to see one of the next bright stars of cinema. Nonetheless, props to Ethan Hawke for what is a very heartfelt movie.
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    • Aug 23, 2008

    Details

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    • Release date
      • March 23, 2007 (Italy)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • El estado más caliente
    • Filming locations
      • El Paso, Texas, USA
    • Production companies
      • Barracuda Films
      • Elixir Films
      • Entertainment Farm (EF)
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $31,216
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $8,545
      • Aug 26, 2007
    • Gross worldwide
      • $137,341
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 57 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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