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Nine

Seen it?

2009 | 118 min | Drama, Music, Romance

Sunday Safe Bet

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It collected a shelf of major awards, though it had middling reviews (39% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a lukewarm 5.5 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for romantics. If you loved Inside Llewyn Davis or Bright Star, start here.
The mood
Warm and romantic.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 58 min.
What might put you off
Rated PG-13. Probably too much for younger kids.

Arrogant, self-centered movie director Guido Contini finds himself struggling to find meaning, purpose, and a script for his latest film endeavor. With only a week left before shooting begins, he desperately searches for answers and inspiration from his wife, his mistress, his muse, and his mother.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsBelow par

    39% on Rotten Tomatoes, 49 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    5.5 out of 10

  • AwardsVery strong

    Nominated for 4 Oscars, 5 Golden Globes and 2 SAG Awards.

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $54 million worldwide on a $80 million budget; still draws a steady audience long after release

  • Buzz & cultural impactSolid

    About 190K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Rob Marshall

  • Daniel Day-LewisGuido Contini
  • Marion CotillardLuisa Contini
  • Penélope CruzCarla
  • Nicole KidmanClaudia
  • Judi DenchLilli
  • Sophia LorenMamma
  • Kate HudsonStephanie
  • FergieSaraghina
  • Ricky TognazziDante
  • Enzo CilentiLeopardi