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500 Days of Summer

Original title: (500) Days of Summer
  • 2009
  • PG-13
  • 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
590K
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POPULARITY
640
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Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Levitt in 500 Days of Summer (2009)
An offbeat romantic comedy about a woman (Deschanel) who doesn't believe true love exists, and the young man (Gordon-Levitt) who falls for her.
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Quirky ComedyRomantic ComedyComedyDramaRomance

After being dumped by the girl he believes to be his soulmate, hopeless romantic Tom Hansen reflects on their relationship to try and figure out where things went wrong and how he can win he... Read allAfter being dumped by the girl he believes to be his soulmate, hopeless romantic Tom Hansen reflects on their relationship to try and figure out where things went wrong and how he can win her back.After being dumped by the girl he believes to be his soulmate, hopeless romantic Tom Hansen reflects on their relationship to try and figure out where things went wrong and how he can win her back.

  • Director
    • Marc Webb
  • Writers
    • Scott Neustadter
    • Michael H. Weber
  • Stars
    • Zooey Deschanel
    • Joseph Gordon-Levitt
    • Geoffrey Arend
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.6/10
    590K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    640
    95
    • Director
      • Marc Webb
    • Writers
      • Scott Neustadter
      • Michael H. Weber
    • Stars
      • Zooey Deschanel
      • Joseph Gordon-Levitt
      • Geoffrey Arend
    • 847User reviews
    • 356Critic reviews
    • 76Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 17 wins & 58 nominations total

    Videos15

    (500) Days of Summer: Teaser Trailer
    Trailer 1:38
    (500) Days of Summer: Teaser Trailer
    Sundance's Most Memorable Comedy Gems
    Clip 1:30
    Sundance's Most Memorable Comedy Gems
    Sundance's Most Memorable Comedy Gems
    Clip 1:30
    Sundance's Most Memorable Comedy Gems
    (500) Days of Summer
    Clip 0:56
    (500) Days of Summer
    500 Days Of Summer: If You Heard Any Of That
    Clip 0:58
    500 Days Of Summer: If You Heard Any Of That
    500 Days Of Summer: They Used To Call Me Anal Girl
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    500 Days Of Summer: They Used To Call Me Anal Girl
    500 Days Of Summer: You Make My Dreams Come True
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    500 Days Of Summer: You Make My Dreams Come True

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    Zooey Deschanel
    Zooey Deschanel
    • Summer
    Joseph Gordon-Levitt
    Joseph Gordon-Levitt
    • Tom
    Geoffrey Arend
    Geoffrey Arend
    • McKenzie
    Chloë Grace Moretz
    Chloë Grace Moretz
    • Rachel
    Matthew Gray Gubler
    Matthew Gray Gubler
    • Paul
    Clark Gregg
    Clark Gregg
    • Vance
    Patricia Belcher
    Patricia Belcher
    • Millie
    Rachel Boston
    Rachel Boston
    • Alison
    Minka Kelly
    Minka Kelly
    • Autumn - Girl at Interview
    Charles Walker
    • Millie's New Husband
    Ian Reed Kesler
    Ian Reed Kesler
    • Douche
    Darryl Alan Reed
    Darryl Alan Reed
    • Bus Driver
    Valente Rodriguez
    Valente Rodriguez
    • Employee #1
    Yvette Nicole Brown
    Yvette Nicole Brown
    • New Secretary
    Nicole Vicius
    Nicole Vicius
    • Partygoer
    Natalie Boren
    • Another Partygoer
    Maile Flanagan
    Maile Flanagan
    • Rhoda
    Darryl Sivad
    Darryl Sivad
    • Usher
    • Director
      • Marc Webb
    • Writers
      • Scott Neustadter
      • Michael H. Weber
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    User reviews847

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    9arichmondfwc

    Summer's Webb

    Who is Mark Webb? Anyone? Anyone? It is an astonishing piece of work for a first time feature film director. He counts with a beautifully crafted screenplay and two sensational leading performances and that's where the success of this comedy resides. Jodseph Gordon Levitt and Zooey Deschanel are two startling originals with a winning screen presence and a brain, yes, a brain. I was involved in their peculiar relationship because there isn't a hint of shallowness in their back and fourth. I believe it, completely, and when you sit in the dark and believe what you see on the screen, things are going to happen to you the way that happened to me. It is again a confirmation that treating your audience with respect will pay off somewhere along the line. I love Zooey Deschanel, she reminds me of some my favorites of the past without looking or sounding like anybody else. And Joseph Gordon Levitt, well, this young man is something else. He projects a humanity that doesn't need to be embellished. It's just there for us to dive into. Marvelous actor, marvelous performance, marvelous film. I'm so thrilled to be able to say that.
    10grantss

    Wonderful movie.

    Wonderful movie. From the trailer it may appear like your typical boringly predictable romantic comedy, but in reality is a great comedy-drama, with great meaning and relevance, and an amazing twist.

    Clever plot - not at all predictable, and very original. Direction is equally innovative, switching between different periods of time deftly, seamlessly and to the betterment of the movie.

    The choice of lead actors was inspired. Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel are superb in the lead roles. The chemistry is spot-on, and both are suitably quirky and non-mainstream, avoiding it becoming a common-or-garden shmaltzy romance.

    Topping it all off is a superb soundtrack. The music, excellent in isolation, is integrated perfectly into the movie, and is not overdone.

    A must-see.
    9amarcordforever

    The Glorious "(500) Days of Summer"

    Let's face it. We've all done our share of "dumping". Whether it's the, "Lets just be friends," or the all too familiar, "It's not you, it's me," tactic, as long as you're not on the receiving end it becomes a question of, "How quickly can I get this over with, so I can move on with my life?" Equally, all of us (yes even Brad Pitt) have experienced what it feels like to "be" dumped and the complex emotions that unexpectedly follow. If you're one of the fortunate souls that have managed to escape the throws of relationship hell, you'll probably fare better with renting the newest addition to the Rambo series. For the rest of you who've at one time or another gotten your hearts ripped out of your chests and stomped into a million pieces only to turn you into unshaven, alcoholic hermits on the brink of starvation…this movie is dedicated to you.

    Tom (Joseph-Gordon-Levitt) is a wanna-be architect turned professional greeting card writer whose life is thrown for a loop when he suddenly falls for the "new girl" Summer (Zooey Deschanel, Almost Famous). As one who appeared most certainly unattainable at first glance, Tom manages to charm her into what she coins as a, "casual relationship." Eventually, Tom ends up questioning their status with one another, which manages to put strain on the relationship, causing her to request the dreaded "time apart." (500) Days of Summer chronicles the bitter sweet beginnings, the untimely endings and all of that confusing stuff that takes place during the in betweens of a relationship that just isn't meant to be.

    (500) Days of Summer is presented in an effective non-linear style that sets it apart from its romantic comedy predecessors, rotating back and forth between dates signified by a simple title card flashing in between scenes (2), (50), (150) and so on to represent the various days in the course of Toms roller coaster of a relationship. This seesaw method of bouncing to and fro successfully manages to force the viewer in a physically engaging shared experience of Tom's feelings, which is something every director aspires to elicit from their intended audience.

    The real kudos go to Scott Neustadter and Michael Weber, whose script is practically flawless. You can't help but feel that their authenticity and attention to detail while constructing each scene through appropriately sarcastic and funny dialogue exchanges among all of the main characters involved, particularly those between Deschanel and Levitt which come across as heartbreakingly real and genuine. Their creative way of crafting the simple concept of a break up through unconventional story structuring is a refreshing concept that begs to be seen more in a world where most conventional films tend to play it safe.

    Leads Deschanel and Levitt manage to bring something quite special to the screen in their portrayals of Tom and Summer (both "last nameless"). Their chemistry is really what makes the film a joy to watch. Mostly thanks to Neustadter and Weber's superb dialog, both actors seem so comfortable in their roles that their interactions with one another transcend the screen and naturally unfold before our eyes as if we were voyeurs to their unraveling, wanting so much to change the fate of their outcome, but helpless to do so. Deschanel is sexy, carefree and bound to be adored by males everywhere as Summer. Levitt captures the struggle of the neurotic "boy in love" exceptionally through all of his various stages of emotional imbalance.

    (500) Days of Summer is a poem to every down and out guy who thinks he's the only one whose ever been dragged through the mill by their own Summer. What undoubtedly ends up making this picture so brilliant is how relatable it is to its victims and victimizers a like. When all is said and done, there is most definitely a lesson to be learned by Tom's experiences. Everyone you meet along the way, whether just passing through or sticking around for awhile, has a purpose. In the end nothing lasts forever, relationships begin, relationships end. Try to be thankful for all the people that broke your heart, they more than likely helped you find yourself in the process …especially you, Summer…bitch.
    7pjmatos

    A light and realistic approach to an unhealthy relationship

    A light and realistic approach to an unhealthy relationship between two young people, each with their own frustrations, expectations and difficulties in communicating honestly with their partner.

    Don't expect much comedy, nor much romance or wise messages, which, apart from the narrator, seem to be exclusive to women in this film. Even an 11-year-old girl is smarter than any man, which seems to be forced for comedy purposes.

    Still, there is a very good message that the film addresses more than once: the importance of being honest with others and with ourselves.

    Overall, it is a very enjoyable film to watch, with great music, innovative back-and-forth directing and nice colours / photography.
    8pglover-74203

    All the Incels need to chill

    Bruh. SO many of the reviews are just "wahhh all women are lying TRASH!! >:(" Y'all are obviously missing the point. The point is that this is REAL. I don't know why people are saying she's a liar when she isn't. She's very upfront about what she wants because that's genuinely what she thought. But then things escalated. That's how it works sometimes. Just because we think we want something doesn't mean it'll work out that way. And people get caught up. And by the time she was too far in she realized it was too late and he was in love. That doesn't make her a liar, it makes her human. Summer could've handled it better. Hanson could've also handled it better. He knew her intentions going in, but he got caught up. Just like the rest of us. It happens. There's no villain here, just human beings. If you're just gonna watch this movie and cry about how all women are evil because you're a pathetic excuse of a human, then please exit. This movie is heartbreaking, but also a good lesson. It may not be for everyone and that's ok, but no need to blame an entire gender for something a fictional character did (even though she didn't? Still confused where the "she's a liar" thing came in...). Watch this if you've ever gotten carried away with love, and hopefully you see the beauty :)

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    • Trivia
      Jenny Beckman, the girl who is mentioned at the beginning of the movie, was a real girl who dumped one of the screenwriters, Scott Neustadter. Summer is based on this girl, and the script of the movie on their relationship.
    • Goofs
      Summer's heart shaped birthmark on the left side of her neck is is shown twice (same footage) but is then not seen in situations where it should clearly be visible (most notably during the wedding scene where she is dancing with Tom).
    • Quotes

      Rachel Hansen: Look, I know you think she was the one, but I don't. Now, I think you're just remembering the good stuff. Next time you look back, I, uh, I really think you should look again.

    • Crazy credits
      At the beginning of the movie, before the title, a disclaimer states: AUTHOR'S NOTE: The following is a work of fiction. Any resemblance to any persons living or dead is purely coincidental. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Especially you Jenny Beckman. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Bitch.
    • Connections
      Edited into #StopOnYou (2021)
    • Soundtracks
      Us
      Written and Performed by Regina Spektor

      Courtesy of Sire Records

      By arrangement with Warner Music Group Film & TV Licensing

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    • Release date
      • August 7, 2009 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Fox Searchlight (United States)
      • Official Facebook
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
      • Swedish
    • Also known as
      • 500 días con ella
    • Filming locations
      • Bradbury Building - 304 S. Broadway, Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Searchlight Pictures
      • Watermark
      • Dune Entertainment III
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $7,500,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $32,391,374
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $834,501
      • Jul 19, 2009
    • Gross worldwide
      • $60,802,019
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 35 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • DTS
      • Dolby Digital
      • SDDS
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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