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The Shape of Things
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The Shape of Things

2003-07-24 · 96 min · ★ 6.2

Comedy · Drama · Romance

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 RuddPaul RuddAdam
Gretchen MolGretchen MolJenny
Rachel WeiszRachel WeiszEvelyn Ann Thompson
Frederick WellerFrederick WellerPhillip

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