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