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