Aidan Quinn, CCH Pounder, Dan Hedaya
A quirky young man moves in with an overprotective mechanic and his spirited younger sister, and changes their lives.
Directed by: Jeremiah Chechik, Jeremiah S. Chechik
Release Date: January 1, 1993
DVD Release Date: January 9, 2001
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Stats: 7,848 reviews
Flixster Reviews (7,848)
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September 9, 2009I enjoyed this movie. It is a complicated movie about relationships and mental illness. It gives the feeling of hope even if you are slightly different.
I've always enjoyed Mary Stuart Masterson's acting and this movie confirmed that. -
October 6, 2008A romance on the brink of reality...
Rated: (PG)...( read more)
Directed by: Jeremiah S. Chechik
Genres: Drama, Comedy
Starring: Johnny Depp, Julianne Moore, Mary Stuart Masterson, Aidan Quinn -
October 5, 2008I adored this film right away! It was refreshing, funny, kind-hearted, sweet, loving and wonderful! The performances brilliant and although it didn't possess an original script, its deliverance made all the difference. Johnny Depp was amazing, maybe one of his greatest performanc...( read more)
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August 18, 2008This is one of my favorite movies to watch, when I'm feeling down, and need a little pick up. Mary Stuart Masterson is brilliant as Joon. It's a great story about how anything is possible for anyone, as long as they believe in it. It's also a heart warming love story.
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November 20, 2009I enjoyed this movie for having such a kooky atmosphere to it. Johnny Depp was really entertaining and funny. It's a nice fluff movie, with a positive message about love. While it's not perfect, it doesn't claim to be. It's a harmless romantic comedy.
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November 12, 2009Honestly, Depp is what makes this film brilliant, but it really is a gorgeous film and a gorgeous concept. Delving into themes of mental illness and social acceptance, Benny & Joon is a heartwarming tale of acceptance and love against the odds.
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Critic Reviews
May 12, 2001
Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
January 1, 2000
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
The movie suggests that love and magic can overcome madness, and for at least the length of the film I was prepared to accept that. Much of the credit for that goes to Depp... full review
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August 22, 2009This is my favourite movie. Many people say this film is weird and well yes it is. But it's so sweet, cute, warming. Amazing perfomances and original characters.
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August 11, 2008i will die to see this movie it looks so good and once again johnny looks hott in a movie
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July 21, 2007such a cute movie!! 1 of my favorites. i would want sam 2 b 1 of my friends if he were around. :)
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May 29, 2007when i first saw this movie, it instantly became my favorite. i know this movie isnt all pumped up like other movies.. but its innoccence wins... its sweet funny as h@ll, and come on... johnny with long hair? is just hmmmmmm... he can come clean my house any day!!!!!!!! :D
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