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You Can Count On Me

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You Can Count On Me

Language

eng

Characteristic

videorecording

Main title

You Can Count On Me

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Originally produced by Paramount Pictures in 2000

Runtime

110

Summary

While conservative Sammy (Laura Linney) stayed in her quiet hometown, her rebellious brother Terry (Mark Ruffalo) was on the road, drifting in and out of trouble. When Terry suddenly comes to visit, his presence has a profound influence on Sammy's world. As Terry forms a bond with Sammy's precocious eight-year-old son, Rudy (Rory Culkin), Sammy rediscovers her passion for life, entertaining a marriage proposal from her boyfriend while having a fling with her boss (Matthew Broderick). But when Terry's behavior become disruptive, Sammy must finally confront the choices of the past...and make new ones to renew her family's future. Nominated for Best Actress and Best Writing at the **Academy Awards** and the **Golden Globes** nominee. Winner of Best First Feature at the Film Independent Spirit Awards. Winner of two prizes at the **Sundance Film Festival**. "*With warm humor and perceptive writing, director Kenneth Lonergan displays a gift for creating realistic characters and a compelling story.*" - Kenneth Turan, **Los Angeles Times**

Technique

live action

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