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Old Joy

Name: Old Joy
Genre: Drama
Released: 2006-03-25
Cast: Daniel London, Will Oldham, Tanya Smith, Robin Rosenberg, Keri Moran

2006 | 74 min | Drama

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Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

Critics loved it (85% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences and soft box office. 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 anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved The Straight Story, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood: Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace: Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 14 min.
What might put you off: Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

Soon to be a father, Mark feels the pressure of domestic responsibility closing in, so he is more than happy to accept when his old friend Kurt proposes a camping trip in the Oregon wilderness. During their time together, the men come to grips with the changes in their lives and the effect on their relationship.

How it earned its rating

CriticsVery strong
85% on Rotten Tomatoes, 84 on Metacritic
AudiencesBelow par
6.4 out of 10
AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
Box office & staying powerBelow par
$400K worldwide on a $30K budget; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 40K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Kelly Reichardt

Daniel LondonMark
Will OldhamKurt
Tanya SmithTanya
Robin RosenbergWaitress
Keri MoranLawnmower
Autumn CampbellDiner Patron
Steven DoughtonDiner Patron
Matt McCormickWeed Salesman
Darren ProlsenHomeless Man
Jillian WieseneckDiner Patron