A Thousand Words (2012) movie poster

A Thousand Words (2012)

"He only has 1000 words left to discover what matters the most."
ThumbScore
👍 62%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 26% (RT: 0%, MC: 26) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaComedyFantasy

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Director
Runtime
1h 31m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.1/10 (1,387 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
0%
Metacritic
26
Cast
Eddie Murphy as Jack McCall
Kerry Washington as Caroline McCall
Cliff Curtis as Dr. Sinja
Clark Duke as Aaron Wiseberger
Allison Janney as Samantha Davis
Emanuel Ragsdale as Tyler McCall
Ruby Dee as Annie McCall
Alain Chabat as Christian Leger de la Touffe
It's divisive. Only 62% of audiences liked it based on 1,387 votes. Critics scored it lower at 26%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Jack McCall is a fast-talking literary agent, who can close any deal, any time, any way. He has set his sights on New Age guru Dr. Sinja for his own selfish purposes. But Dr. Sinja is on to him, and Jack’s life comes unglued after a magical Bodhi tree mysteriously appears in his backyard. With every word Jack speaks, a leaf falls from the tree and he realizes that when the last leaf falls, both he and the tree are toast. Words have never failed Jack McCall, but now he’s got to stop talking and conjure up some outrageous ways to communicate or he’s a goner. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • The initial cut of A Thousand Words was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
  • During production of A Thousand Words, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Eddie Murphy spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

A Thousand Words is a 2012 drama, comedy, fantasy film directed by Brian Robbins. Jack McCall is a fast-talking literary agent, who can close any deal, any time, any way. He has set his sights on New Age guru Dr.

Sinja for his own selfish purposes. But Dr. Sinja is on to him, and Jack’s life comes unglued after a magical Bodhi tree mysteriously appears in his backyard.

With every word Jack speaks, a leaf falls from the tree and he realizes that when the last leaf falls, both he and the tree are toast. Words have never failed Jack McCall, but now he’s got to stop talking and conjure up some outrageous ways to communicate or he’s a goner. The film has been rated by 1,387 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, A Thousand Words delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. A Thousand Words (2012) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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