
Whatever Works
Whatever Works
Release: 2009-06-19·Runtime: 92m·★ 7.1
ComedyRomance
Whatever Works explores the relationship between a crotchety misanthrope, Boris and a naïve, impressionable young runaway from the south, Melody. When Melody's uptight parents arrive in New York to rescue her, they are quickly drawn into wildly unexpected romantic entanglements. Everyone discovers that finding love is just a combination of lucky chance and appreciating the value of "whatever works."
Production Countries
United States of AmericaFrance
Production Companies
Wild Bunch
Gravier Productions
Perdido Productions
Trailers & Videos
Cast
Samantha Beeas Chess Mother
Jessica Hechtas Helena
Lyle Kanouseas Boris' Friend #2
Larry Davidas Boris Yellnikoff
Evan Rachel Woodas Melodie St. Ann Celestine
Michael McKeanas Joe - Boris' Friend #3
Henry Cavillas Randy James
Olek Krupaas Morgenstern
Patricia Clarksonas Marietta
John Gallagher Jr.as Perry
Armand Schultzas Television Voice (voice)
Kristen Ruhlinas Melodie Club Friend #3 (uncredited)
Adam Brooksas Boris' Friend #1
Yolonda Rossas Boy's Mother
Conleth Hillas Leo Brockman
Ed Begley Jr.as John
Carolyn McCormickas Jessica
Christopher Evan Welchas Howard
Marcia DeBonisas Lady at Chinese RestaurantCrew
" />Woody AllenDirector, Writer
" />Vincent MaravalExecutive Producer
" />Randall BalsmeyerVFX Supervisor
" />Letty AronsonProducer
" />Santo LoquastoProduction Design
" />Don Hewitt Sr.Stunt Double
" />Morgan NevilleFirst Assistant Editor
" />Ryan CollisonFoley Recording Engineer
" />Harris SavidesDirector of Photography
" />Peter BucossiStunt Coordinator
" />Jack RollinsCo-Executive Producer
" />Alisa LepselterEditor
" />Charles H. JoffeCo-Executive Producer
" />Juliet TaylorCasting