About this movie
- Genres:
- Comedy
- Language:
- English
- Running time:
- 1:44:04
- Partner rating:
- Released:
- 2012
- Quality:
- 480 (DVD equivalent)
Cast & Crew
Cast
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Paul Dano
Calvin Weir-Fields
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Zoe Kazan
Ruby Sparks
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Antonio Banderas
Mort
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Annette Bening
Gertrude
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Steve Coogan
Langdon Tharp
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Elliott Gould
Dr. Rosenthal
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Chris Messina
Harry
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Alia Shawkat
Mabel
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Aasif Mandvi
Cyrus Modi
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Toni Trucks
Susie
Directors
- Jonathan Dayton
- Valerie Faris
Producers
- Ron Yerxa
- Albert Berger
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Ruby Sparks
Reviews by Rotten Tomatoes
79%
percent positive reviews
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Cath Clarke, Time Out
Kazan's script is observant about how we try to control relationships - making this a smart, modern movie. And how often can you say that about a romcom?
– Full review
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Peter Bradshaw, Guardian [UK]
Maybe you could call this a fantromcom. Anyway, it's thoroughly enjoyable.
– Full review
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Tim Robey, Daily Telegraph
Kazan's living doll is a hilarious and definitive creation: after her, we need never again suffer through a quirky romance involving beanie hats.
– Full review
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David Hughes, Empire Magazine
Ruby Sparks belongs to Zoe Kazan, who joins the likes of Sarah Polley and Brit Marling in the rarified ranks of actress/screenwriter double-threats.
– Full review
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Jim Schembri, 3AW
Is total control over a person any way to run a meaningful relationship? It's a great premise, beautifully played out.
– Full review
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Simon Miraudo, Quickflix
Ruby Sparks is a profoundly sad tale of self-loathing masquerading as a cutesy romantic comedy.
– Full review
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