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Gigantic

  • 20082008
  • RR
  • 1h 38m
IMDb RATING
6.0/10
9.8K
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Gigantic (2008)
Mattress salesman Brian Weathersby (Dano) might just find his place in the world after he meets Harriett (Deschanel), a lovely but misguided young woman who falls asleep on one of the beds in his shop.
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A mattress salesman's plan to adopt a Chinese baby is augmented by the arrival of a young woman who comes to his workplace, falls asleep on one of the beds, and upon waking starts to affect ... Read allA mattress salesman's plan to adopt a Chinese baby is augmented by the arrival of a young woman who comes to his workplace, falls asleep on one of the beds, and upon waking starts to affect his life.A mattress salesman's plan to adopt a Chinese baby is augmented by the arrival of a young woman who comes to his workplace, falls asleep on one of the beds, and upon waking starts to affect his life.
IMDb RATING
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9.8K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Matt Aselton
  • Writers
    • Adam Nagata
    • Matt Aselton
  • Stars
    • Paul Dano
    • Zooey Deschanel
    • John Goodman
  • Director
    • Matt Aselton
  • Writers
    • Adam Nagata
    • Matt Aselton
  • Stars
    • Paul Dano
    • Zooey Deschanel
    • John Goodman
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 52User reviews
    • 68Critic reviews
    • 38Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win & 1 nomination

    Videos1

    Gigantic
    Trailer 2:23
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    Photos26

    Zooey Deschanel in Gigantic (2008)
    Edward Asner, Paul Dano, and Zooey Deschanel in Gigantic (2008)
    Paul Dano and Zooey Deschanel in Gigantic (2008)
    Paul Dano and Zooey Deschanel in Gigantic (2008)
    John Goodman, Paul Dano, and Sean Dugan in Gigantic (2008)
    Frank Harts at an event for Gigantic (2008)
    Paul Dano at an event for Gigantic (2008)
    Paul Dano at an event for Gigantic (2008)
    Paul Dano at an event for Gigantic (2008)
    Anna Margaret Hollyman at an event for Gigantic (2008)
    Leven Rambin at an event for Gigantic (2008)
    Leven Rambin at an event for Gigantic (2008)

    Top cast

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    Paul Dano
    Paul Dano
    • Brian Weathersby
    Zooey Deschanel
    Zooey Deschanel
    • Happy Lolly
    John Goodman
    John Goodman
    • Al Lolly
    Edward Asner
    Edward Asner
    • Kirby Weathersby
    • (as Ed Asner)
    Jane Alexander
    Jane Alexander
    • Barbara Weathersby
    Ian Roberts
    Ian Roberts
    • John Weathersby
    Robert Stanton
    Robert Stanton
    • James Weathersby
    Clarke Peters
    Clarke Peters
    • Roger Stovall
    Daniel Stewart Sherman
    Daniel Stewart Sherman
    • Kevin Blue
    Mary Page Keller
    Mary Page Keller
    • Marguerite Lolly
    Zach Galifianakis
    Zach Galifianakis
    • Homeless Man
    Brian Avers
    Brian Avers
    • Larry Arbogast
    Leven Rambin
    Leven Rambin
    • Missy Thaxton
    Susan Misner
    Susan Misner
    • Melanie Lolly
    Matt Walton
    Matt Walton
    • Conner Williams
    Ilana Levine
    Ilana Levine
    • Ducky Saltinstall
    Louis Ozawa
    Louis Ozawa
    • Matsubara
    • (as Louis Ozawa Changchien)
    Kenji
    • Kanagae
    • Director
      • Matt Aselton
    • Writers
      • Adam Nagata
      • Matt Aselton
    • 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
      Leven Rambin and Mylinda Hull's debut.
    • Goofs
      At 1:05:01, vomit is not originating from Happy's mouth.
    • Quotes

      Larry Arbogast: Did you know women are 20 times more likely to be depressed than men? Maybe more, can't remember the exact number - it's a lot more.

      Brian: That's good... for men.

      Larry Arbogast: Not really, when you think about it heterosexually.

    • Crazy credits
      In the end credits, when the sources for the artwork is presented, "The Old Fashioned Way..." is listed twice.
    • Connections
      Featured in The Rotten Tomatoes Show: Observe & Report/Gigantic/Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009)
    • Soundtracks
      Brooklyn King
      Written by Masta Killa (as Elgin Turner) & Devin Horwitz

      Performed by Masta Killa

      Courtesy of Nature Sounds

      Under license from Navy Yard (ASCAP)

    User reviews52

    Review
    Review
    Featured review
    'Brian, there's a goose loose in the caboose'
    I'm surprised at the so many negative reviews that Matt Aselton's 'Gigantic' received, as I found it to be quite a charming, funny, absorbing and well-made little film. I suppose not everyone appreciates subtle storytelling and that much of 'Gigantic' is open to interpretation (for example the homeless man, whom I interpreted as Brian's alter-ego).

    The quirky premise may appear a little awkward on the surface. I can see why some people interpret it as 'a cry for attention' but the film does not dwell on that. It's very story oriented and focuses on issues such as family relationships and growing up. The characters are quirky but easy to identify with. The sharp dialogues are wonderful and funny.

    'Gigantic' is a well made film. The soundtrack and cinematography are a good fit. Soundtrack itself is worth a buy. The art direction is toned down. Aselton tones down the colour to give it a cold look as the warmth is expressed in the interactions of the characters. The lighting is used efficiently.

    The cast has done a commendable job. Even though many have disliked Paul Dano's performance (most of them commenting that he wasn't quirky enough), I felt quite the contrary. He downplays the part very well. Zooey Deschanel is nothing short of excellent. Even though she has played similar characters before, her approach to playing Happy is very different. John Goodman, Ed Asner and Jane Alexander and Zack Galifianakis are great.

    Aselton's debut is a fun and absorbing watch and it lingers in mind long after the end credits have rolled....though perhaps it's not for everyone given the negativity, but so what. For me it was worth the chance.
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    • Chrysanthepop
    • Oct 21, 2010

    Details

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    • Release date
      • June 19, 2009 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
      • Гигантик
    • Filming locations
      • Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
    • Production companies
      • First Independent Pictures
      • Epoch Films
      • Killer Films
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $102,704
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $10,294
      • Apr 5, 2009
    • Gross worldwide
      • $165,888
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 38 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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