The Words (2012) movie poster

The Words (2012)

"There's more than one way to take a life."
ThumbScore
👍 66%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 30% (RT: 24%, MC: 37) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaThriller

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Director
Lee Sternthal, Brian Klugman
Runtime
1h 42m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.7/10 (1,268 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
24%
Metacritic
37
Cast
Bradley Cooper as Rory Jansen
Zoe Saldaña as Dora Jansen
Jeremy Irons as The Old Man
Dennis Quaid as Clay Hammond
Olivia Wilde as Danielle
J.K. Simmons as Mr. Jansen
John Hannah as Richard Ford
Željko Ivanek as Joseph Cutler
It's divisive. Only 66% of audiences liked it based on 1,268 votes. Critics scored it lower at 30%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
The Words follows young writer Rory Jansen who finally achieves long sought after literary success after publishing the next great American novel. There's only one catch - he didn't write it. As the past comes back to haunt him and his literary star continues to rise, Jansen is forced to confront the steep price that must be paid for stealing another man's work, and for placing ambition and success above life's most fundamental three words. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Lee Sternthal, Brian Klugman cited several classic drama films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • The initial cut of The Words was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

The Words is a 2012 drama, thriller film directed by Lee Sternthal, Brian Klugman. The Words follows young writer Rory Jansen who finally achieves long sought after literary success after publishing the next great American novel. There's only one catch - he didn't write it.

As the past comes back to haunt him and his literary star continues to rise, Jansen is forced to confront the steep price that must be paid for stealing another man's work, and for placing ambition and success above life's most fundamental three words. The film has been rated by 1,268 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, The 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. The 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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