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