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Dan Bucatinsky, Richard R. Ruccolo, Adam Goldberg, Sasha Alexander, Christina Ricci ... see more see more... , Lisa Kudrow , Doris Roberts , Tony Abatemarco , Joanna Kerns , Nicholas Surovy , Andrea Martin , Caroline Williams , Julie Claire

Actor and playwright Dan Bucatinsky wrote the screenplay for this adaptation of his play I Know You Are, But What Am I?, though for the big-screen version, his slightly fractured love story was given ... read more read more...a same-sex twist. Eli (Dan Bucatinsky) is a journalist working with a major L.A. newspaper who is single and not loving it. Eli is also gay, and makes no secret of the fact that he's looking for a nice guy that he can settle down with. Eli's best friend Brett (Adam Goldberg) knows a woman named Jackie (Sasha Alexander), who says she has a friend who would be perfect for Eli. Thus Eli is introduced to Tom (Richard Ruccolo), a special education instructor and devoted nightlife enthusiast. Eli and Tom's first date turns out to be just short of a disaster; Tom indulges in his overweening enthusiasm for alcohol and tobacco, and Eli is disgusted to learn Tom has never seen Gone With the Wind. Things appear to be over for Eli and Tom before they even started, until they meet by chance while shopping a few days later; this time, a conversation rather than an argument develops, and the two end up spending the night together. Eli begins to think love may have finally found him, until Tom dashes off the next morning, leaving Eli to wonder if Tom has any interest at all in a long-term commitment. All Over the Guy also features small cameo roles by Lisa Kudrow, as an actress not skilled in voice-over work, and Christina Ricci as Eli's cynical sister. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi

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R, 1 hr. 32 min.

Directed by: Julie Davis

Release Date: August 10, 2001

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DVD Release Date: December 18, 2001

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  • Camus123
    July 17, 2007
    Camus123
    This film really was not trying to make a statement about homosexuality. It was more about disfunctional upbringings adversely impacting the way we relate to others. I think this is one of the reasons I enjoyed it. In not beating you over the head with "accept me because I am gay... read more" messages and simply seeing the main characters (Eli and Tom) as people trying to work through their own baggage and make life work for themselves it may make it more accessible to some. Why else did I enjoy the movie? It was funny. It had some really funny moments in it. PS, if you are looking for a movie starring Lisa Kudrow and Christina Ricci look elsewhere...their cameo's are brief (and though I love them both Kudrow's performance was great). The acting ranges from good to...well...not so good, but for a decent semi-romantic comedy you have found your evening ticket. Enjoy.
  • SunilJawahir
    July 14, 2008
    SunilJawahir
    I really liked this movie. Its characters are quirky but believably so, which is rare. Really funny.
  • ileo
    December 25, 2007
    ileo
    This is one of my absolute favorite movies!

    Love the track "Please Forgive Me" by David Gray.
  • RicC
    July 20, 2009
    RicC
    It's quite a simple story. Before I thought it was too simplistic but its simplicity is a positive thing; it's a first-of-its-kind near genre bender (Gay and straight romcom). The dialogue is funnier than I remember it and the characters more likable - probably because I grew int... read moreo their stature.
  • bobsteele0069
    November 19, 2008
    bobsteele0069
    This is my favorite romantic comedy with Gay/Straight characters. This is NOT just a gay themed movie. There are 2 love stories going on at the same time. One gay character has a best friend that is good straight, and the other gay character has a female friend that is looking fo... read morer love. It takes the 2 gay characters quite awhile to see if they even want to date. They are 2 completely different people with not much in common, yet they are attracted to each other.The great thing about this movie is that I always see myself in each of the characters at different times in the movie, and that is what makes it so damn good. It is clever, sharp witted, honest, and all I will say is that I had a Planet of the Apes doll too. I have also spent half of my life doing some things I haven't always been so proud of. But in the end, this is a movie that any straight person can watch and fully enjoy. I should say, some straight people that might squirm a little while watching 2 guys kiss....You know who you are...LOL! Check this movie out, get some friends together and make it a part of one of your movie nights. In my opinion, I think you will enjoy this movie completely.
  • dredzag
    October 21, 2008
    dredzag
    Not your typical gay romance. I liked that the film showed a gay man with flaws. It seems to me at least that gay men in movies ALWAYS have their lives together and are utterly fabulous. I would say the majority aren't like that. Nice to see gay man protrayed as a human being fo... read morer once.
  • homogayman7227
    February 8, 2008
    homogayman7227
    It is a damn shame, the hot one is the least likeable of the two leads. I guess that why we like the bad boys huh?
  • thomtln
    February 24, 2007
    thomtln
    Nice romantic story with good ending. Surprised at how well Richard Ruccolo did. Don't think Dan Bucatinsky should have portrayed the charater he wrote though--although he did a decent job.
  • nanoqna
    January 18, 2007
    nanoqna
    the united states cant make movies liket his! alot of ppl like thsi cuz htey support the idae. but it doesn tmake ne sense at all!
  • dutchboydvh
    November 12, 2006
    dutchboydvh
    This romantic comedy is a winner! It centers around a gay romance, but the str8 best friends also fall in love! Good for everyone to watch!

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Critic Reviews

Terry Lawson
September 21, 2001
Terry Lawson, Detroit Free Press

It is not a surprise to learn that Bucatinsky is developing a sitcom based on this film, because it plays like an overly long pilot.

Jane Sumner
September 13, 2001
Jane Sumner, Dallas Morning News

It may not be totally fresh and original, but All Over the Guy is nearly void of gay stereotypes. Full Review

Joe Baltake
September 7, 2001
Joe Baltake, Sacramento Bee

As one predictable scene follows another, it becomes progressively more likable and more watchable. Full Review

Jay Carr
September 7, 2001
Jay Carr, Boston Globe

Sweet but often tedious.

Eric Harrison
September 6, 2001
Eric Harrison, Houston Chronicle

Probably plays better on the stage. On film, the dialogue sometimes seems too writerly, too cute. Full Review

Desmond Ryan
September 6, 2001
Desmond Ryan, Philadelphia Inquirer

A nicely turned and witty screenplay from Bucatinsky.

Desson Thomson
August 29, 2001
Desson Thomson, Washington Post

The movie's entertaining for some wickedly funny situations and witticisms.

Rick Groen
August 24, 2001
Rick Groen, Globe and Mail

The principals begin to lose any distinction and soon start sounding exactly the same. Full Review

Loren King
August 23, 2001
Loren King, Chicago Tribune

It's light and fun, with some peppy dialogue, but it's also sentimental and predictable. Full Review

Joe Leydon
August 21, 2001
Joe Leydon, Variety

Bucatinsky and Ruccolo are sufficiently ingratiating to sustain interest and amusement. Full Review

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