Ruby Sparks

Name: Ruby Sparks
Director: Valerie Faris
Genre: Comedy, Romance, Fantasy, Drama
Released: 2012-01-01
Duration: 104 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Paul Dano, Zoe Kazan, Chris Messina, Annette Bening, Antonio Banderas

2012Dir. Valerie Faris1h 44m

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Runtime1h 44m

Released2012

Budget$8M

Box office$9.4M

DirectorValerie Faris

About This Movie

So, 'Ruby Sparks' is this fascinating blend of comedy and fantasy that dives into the mind of a writer, Calvin. You get a real sense of his struggles, both in the literary sense and when it comes to relationships. The atmosphere is quirky and engaging, almost whimsical at times, thanks to the way Ruby, played by Zoe Kazan, comes to life. The pacing feels just right – it lets you sit with Calvin's neuroses while also exploring the deeper themes of love and control. The whole idea of writing a character into existence leads to some thought-provoking moments about creation and autonomy, plus the performances are quite charming. And those practical effects? They really ground the surreal premise in reality.

Thought-provoking themes on creation and autonomyQuirky yet relatable charactersEngaging blend of comedy and drama