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Some Kind of Wonderful
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Some Kind of Wonderful

1987 · 95 min Romance Comedy
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

Keith Nelson, an artsy high school outcast, tries to land a date with popular girl Amanda Jones with some help from his tomboy best friend, Watts. However, Watts realizes she likes Keith as more than just a friend and tries to convince him to stop pursuing Amanda. Matters are further complicated when Keith's invitation draws the ire of Amanda's rich yet snobby ex-boyfriend, Hardy Jenns, who makes plans to get even.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

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: Howard Deutch

— 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.

🎭 Cast

Eric Stoltz

Eric Stoltz

Keith Nelson

Mary Stuart Masterson

Mary Stuart Masterson

Watts

Lea Thompson

Lea Thompson

Amanda Jones

Chynna Phillips

Chynna Phillips

Mia

Craig Sheffer

Craig Sheffer

Hardy Jenns

John Ashton

John Ashton

Cliff Nelson

Elias Koteas

Elias Koteas

Skinhead

Maddie Corman

Maddie Corman

Laura Nelson

Molly Hagan

Molly Hagan

Shayne

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Bryan Scott

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