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Title: Lars and the Real Girl (2007)
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| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Ryan Gosling | ... | Lars Lindstrom | |
| Emily Mortimer | ... | Karin | |
| Paul Schneider | ... | Gus | |
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R.D. Reid | ... | Reverend Bock |
| Kelli Garner | ... | Margo | |
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Nancy Beatty | ... | Mrs. Gruner |
| Doug Lennox | ... | Mr. Hofstedtler | |
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Joe Bostick | ... | Mr. Shaw |
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Liz Gordon | ... | Mrs. Schindler |
| Nicky Guadagni | ... | Mrs. Petersen | |
| Patricia Clarkson | ... | Dagmar | |
| Karen Robinson | ... | Cindy | |
| Maxwell McCabe-Lokos | ... | Kurt | |
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Billy Parrott | ... | Erik |
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Sally Cahill | ... | Deb |
In this comedy, Lars Lindstrom is an awkwardly shy young man in a small northern town who finally brings home the girl of his dreams to his brother and sister-in-law's home. The only problem is that she's not real - she's a sex doll Lars ordered off the Internet. But sex is not what Lars has in mind, but rather a deep, meaningful relationship. His sister-in-law is worried for him, his brother thinks he's nuts, but eventually the entire town goes along with his delusion in support of this sweet natured boy that they've always loved. Written by Orange
I just saw this movie last night with friends and I'll admit I'd never heard of it. I knew it was worth watching when I was told Ryan Gosling was in it so I was mildly excited to see it. The first thirty minutes of the film are pretty damn funny and to some, almost hilarious. Very well done comedic acting that is real, believable, and still amazing to watch. Part of what makes the first thirty minutes so funny is because we know about the doll, and we can't wait for the first reactions. After that the story takes a wonderfully surprising turn to a really touching light drama. I was very surprised but I really loved it. A lot of people laughed throughout the film, and I was very much bothered by that. There is a reason this man is pretending that a "sex" doll is a real person, and its a very internal serious pain thats hes going through, which for me, understanding that part of the story, I felt it was mildly inappropriate for people to laugh, but I understood with time. Near the end of the film it gets a little predictable for one, some would say major, plot turn, but not so predictable as to ruin it. About 5 to 10 minutes before it happens you see it coming, but other than that it was superbly acted by Ryan Gosling who has nothing but an incredible career in front of him, and good supporting roles as well. This is a very enjoyable film, which I recommend to anyone and everyone. It really seems to have something for everyone, but be prepared it might make you laugh, cry, or both. Its a very very good movie, and definitely worth seeing in theaters.