Walking and Talking
Seen it?1996 | 86 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Sunday Safe Betearly ratingWhy it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (88% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had a box office flop and little lasting buzz. 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 and anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Father of the Bride, start here.
- The mood
- Funny with heart, romantic.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 26 min.
- What might put you off
- Rated R: meant for adults.
Just as Amelia thinks she's over her anxiety and insecurity, her best friend announces her engagement, bringing her anxiety and insecurity right back.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
88% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68 on Metacritic
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
- Box office & staying powerWeak
$2 million worldwide; still draws a steady audience long after release
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 20K people sought it out in the past year
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by Nicole Holofcener
- Catherine KeenerAmelia
- Anne HecheLaura
- Todd FieldFrank
- Liev SchreiberAndrew
- Kevin CorriganBill
- Amy BravermanYoung Amelia
- Miranda RhyneYoung Laura
- Randall BatinkoffPeter
- Brenda DenmarkThe Vet
- Vincent PastoreLaura's Devil-Seeing Patient