
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
Marcia DeBonisas Lady at Chinese Restaurant
Jessica Hechtas Helena
Larry Davidas Boris Yellnikoff
Evan Rachel Woodas Melodie St. Ann Celestine
Carolyn McCormickas Jessica
Adam Brooksas Boris' Friend #1
Lyle Kanouseas Boris' Friend #2
Yolonda Rossas Boy's Mother
Michael McKeanas Joe - Boris' Friend #3
Ed Begley Jr.as John
Henry Cavillas Randy James
Armand Schultzas Television Voice (voice)
Christopher Evan Welchas Howard
Samantha Beeas Chess Mother
Olek Krupaas Morgenstern
Kristen Ruhlinas Melodie Club Friend #3 (uncredited)
Conleth Hillas Leo Brockman
Patricia Clarksonas Marietta
John Gallagher Jr.as PerryCrew
" />Brahim ChiouaExecutive Producer
" />Lee DichterSound Re-Recording Mixer
" />Harris SavidesDirector of Photography
" />Peter BucossiStunt Coordinator
" />Woody AllenDirector, Writer
" />Jack RollinsCo-Executive Producer
" />Don Hewitt Sr.Stunt Double
" />Morgan NevilleFirst Assistant Editor
" />Juliet TaylorCasting
" />Randall BalsmeyerVFX Supervisor
" />Vincent MaravalExecutive Producer
" />Santo LoquastoProduction Design
" />Charles H. JoffeCo-Executive Producer
" />Letty AronsonProducer
" />Alisa LepselterEditor
" />Ryan CollisonFoley Recording Engineer