Writer Paul Benjamin is nearly hit by a bus when he leaves Auggie Wren's smoke shop. Stranger Rashid Cole saves his life, and soon middle-aged Paul tells homeless Rashid that he wouldn't mind a short-term housemate. Still grieving over his wife's murder, Paul is moved by both Rashid's quest to reconnect with his father and Auggie's discovery that a woman who might be his daughter is about to give birth.
| Year | 1995 |
| Country | Germany, Japan, United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy, Drama |
| Director | Wayne Wang |
| Runtime | 112 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.2/10 (520 votes) |
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The film doesn't try to be funnier than it is — and that's its honesty. The humor grows from situations and characters, not from pre-written jokes.
The film does exactly what it was made for: gives you a break. No pretensions to more, but honest and without dead spots.
A solid choice for company. Works alone too, but funnier together.
Director: Wayne Wang
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: After a long day when you need simple joy. Better with company — laughing is more fun together.
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William Hurt
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Harold Perrineau
Thomas 'Rashid' Cole
Forest Whitaker
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Giancarlo Esposito
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