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Phil

  • 20192019
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  • 1h 46m
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5.4/10
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Robert Forster, Greg Kinnear, Luke Wilson, Jay Duplass, Kurt Fuller, Emily Mortimer, Bradley Whitford, and Taylor Schilling in Phil (2019)
Phil, a depressed dentist whose life is falling apart, is shocked when one of his patients, a man who seemed to have the perfect life, kills himself. Determined to find out what would drive a man who had everything to end his life, Phil pretends to be a handyman and integrates himself in to the dead man's life, befriending his wife and daughter. How long can Phil keep up this double life when he is already ready to end his normal one?
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A depressed dentist in mid life crisis tries to learn why one of his happiest patients suddenly commits suicide, and a dark comedic adventure ensues.A depressed dentist in mid life crisis tries to learn why one of his happiest patients suddenly commits suicide, and a dark comedic adventure ensues.A depressed dentist in mid life crisis tries to learn why one of his happiest patients suddenly commits suicide, and a dark comedic adventure ensues.

IMDb RATING
5.4/10
796
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  • Director
    • Greg Kinnear
  • Writer
    • Stephen Mazur
  • Stars
    • Greg Kinnear
    • Emily Mortimer
    • Bradley Whitford
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  • Director
    • Greg Kinnear
  • Writer
    • Stephen Mazur
  • Stars
    • Greg Kinnear
    • Emily Mortimer
    • Bradley Whitford
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    • 16User reviews
    • 18Critic reviews
    • 30Metascore
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    • Awards
      • 1 win & 3 nominations

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    Greg Kinnear
    Greg Kinnear
    • Philas Phil
    Emily Mortimer
    Emily Mortimer
    • Aliciaas Alicia
    Bradley Whitford
    Bradley Whitford
    • Michael Fiskas Michael Fisk
    Jay Duplass
    Jay Duplass
    • Malcolmas Malcolm
    Megan Charpentier
    Megan Charpentier
    • Mollyas Molly
    Sarah Dugdale
    Sarah Dugdale
    • Karaas Kara
    April Cameron
    April Cameron
    • Rahelas Rahel
    Luke Wilson
    Luke Wilson
    • Detective Wellingas Detective Welling
    Taylor Schilling
    Taylor Schilling
    • Samantha Fordas Samantha Ford
    Robert Forster
    Robert Forster
    • Bing Fiskas Bing Fisk
    Kurt Fuller
    Kurt Fuller
    • Dean Wurtzas Dean Wurtz
    Nicole Oliver
    Nicole Oliver
    • Rosemaryas Rosemary
    Rukiya Bernard
    Rukiya Bernard
    • Noraas Nora
    William B. Davis
    William B. Davis
    • Father Grantas Father Grant
    Peter Bryant
    Peter Bryant
    • Copas Cop
    Kirby Morrow
    Kirby Morrow
    • Childhood Friendas Childhood Friend
    Angela Moore
    Angela Moore
    • Nurseas Nurse
    Brittany Mitchell
    Brittany Mitchell
    • Nurse 2as Nurse 2…
    • Director
      • Greg Kinnear
    • Writer
      • Stephen Mazur
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    A depressed dentist in mid life crisis tries to learn why one of his happiest patients suddenly commits suicide, and a dark comedic adventure ensues.
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    • Genres
      • Comedy
      • Drama
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for some language and a violent/disturbing image
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    • Quotes

      Malcolm: Are you here to stay?

      Phil: [nods in affirmation] Yeah.

      Malcolm: How do I know?

      Phil: Because last night, I fought harder to save my life than I ever fought to take it.

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      (I Never Promised You A) Rose Garden
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      Performed by Lynn Anderson

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    7/10
    Watch if you like Greg Kinnear!
    Despite it's dismal rating of 5.4 at the time of this writing, I watched the movie because I have been a fan of Greg Kinnear for a long time. About 20-25 minutes in, I almost shut it off....glad I didn't. What I thought would be a dark comedy turned out to be a kind of "feel-good" comedy with some important life truths...The grass isn't always greener, count your blessings, etc. Somewhat predictable at times, I was also caught pleasantly by surprise a few times, especially at the end. Phil also seems to be Greg Kinnear's directorial debut. Nice job Greg, I look forward to your future endeavors whether acting and/or directing.
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    • mikemagine
    • Jul 22, 2019

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    • Release date
      • July 5, 2019 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Canada
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • La nueva filosofía de Phil
    • Filming locations
      • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
    • Production companies
      • BRON Studios
      • Creative Wealth Media Finance
      • Imperative Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 46 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

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