

The Shape of Things
2003-07-24 · 96 min · ★ 6.2
Quiet, unassuming Adam is changing in a major way, thanks to his new girlfriend, art student Evelyn. Adam's friends are a little freaked by the transformation.
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- Directors
- Neil LaBute
- Production companies
- Focus Features, StudioCanal, Working Title, Pretty Pictures
- Countries
- France, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Revenue
- USD 735,992
Top Cast
Paul RuddAdam
Gretchen MolJenny
Rachel WeiszEvelyn Ann Thompson
Frederick WellerPhillipTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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