Life or Something Like It (2002) movie poster

Life or Something Like It (2002)

"Destiny is what you make of it."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 53%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 30% (RT: 28%, MC: 31) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
ComedyDramaRomance

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Director
Runtime
1h 43m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.7/10 (605 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
28%
Metacritic
31
Cast
Angelina Jolie as Lanie Kerrigan
Edward Burns as Pete
Christian Kane as Cal Cooper
Melissa Errico as Andrea
Stockard Channing as Deborah Connors
Gregory Itzin as Dennis
It's divisive. Only 53% of audiences liked it based on 605 votes. Critics scored it lower at 30%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A reporter Lanie Kerrigan interviews a psychic homeless man for a fluff piece about a football game's score. Instead he tells her that her life has no meaning and is going to end in just a few days, which sparks her to action, trying to change the pattern of her life... Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated comedy films of 2002 among dedicated fans.
  • Stephen Herek cited several classic comedy films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Life or Something Like It is a 2002 comedy, drama, romance film directed by Stephen Herek. A reporter Lanie Kerrigan interviews a psychic homeless man for a fluff piece about a football game's score. Instead he tells her that her life has no meaning and is going to end in just a few days, which sparks her to action, trying to change the pattern of her life.

The film has been rated by 605 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a comedy film, Life or Something Like It 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.

Life or Something Like It (2002) 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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