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Dec 20, 2002 · "About Schmidt" is essentially a portrait of a man without qualities, baffled by the emotions and needs of others. That Jack Nicholson makes this man so watchable is a tribute not only to his craft, but to his legend: Jack is so unlike Schmidt that his performance generates a certain awe.
Mar 21, 2003 · About Schmidt ‘s crowning achievement is to create a truly affecting blend of two disparate tones: humor and pathos. Despite its grave themes, this is a film of non-stop, painful hilarity.
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About Schmidt is a 2002 American comedy-drama film co-written and directed by Alexander Payne and starring Jack Nicholson in the title role. The film also stars Hope Davis, Dermot Mulroney, and Kathy Bates. It is loosely based on the 1996 novel of the same title by Louis Begley. After it was released in theaters by New Line Cinema on December ...
Summaries. A recently retired man embarks on a journey to his estranged daughter's wedding, only to discover more about himself and life than he ever expected. Warren Schmidt (Jack Nicholson) has led a safe, predictable life working in the insurance industry in Omaha, Nebraska for many years, yet now faces retirement.
Directed by Alexander Payne. An American masterpiece about the quest of a sixty-six-year-old man to pick up the pieces of his disappointing life and to discover some new sources of love and meaning. Film Review by Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat.
Dec 12, 2002 · Moving, funny, sad and bracingly intelligent, About Schmidt is already being talked-up as one of the best films of the year, and deservedly so: Like Schmidt's own journey (in a 35-foot RV!),...
Jan 3, 2003 · 1 Video. 99+ Photos. Drama. A recently retired man embarks on a journey to his estranged daughter's wedding, only to discover more about himself and life than he ever expected. Director. Alexander Payne. Writers. Louis Begley. Alexander Payne. Jim Taylor. Stars. Jack Nicholson. Hope Davis. Dermot Mulroney. See production info at IMDbPro. RENT/BUY.
