| Crazy Little Thing | |
|---|---|
 DVD cover | |
| Directed by | Matthew Miller |
| Written by | Matthew Miller |
| Starring | Chris Eigeman Jenny McCarthy |
| Cinematography | Michael Barrett |
| Edited by | John Gilroy |
| Music by | Mocean Worker |
| Distributed by | Screen Media Films |
| Release date |
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| Running time | 90 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Crazy Little Thing (also known as The Perfect You) is a 2002 romantic comedy film written and directed by Matthew Miller. The film stars Chris Eigeman and Jenny McCarthy. After the September 11th attacks, the shots of the World Trade Center remained in the film.
Plot
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Jimmy, a man who is equally unfavorable in love, and Jenny, a woman who struggles with her love life and self-esteem, find themselves in the center of the story. Upon meeting, the two characters form a unique friendship that finally gives rise to love emotions. The movie focuses on relationships, dating in the modern era, and the difficulties of finding real love.
"Crazy Little Thing" is a sitcom which mixes humor with the challenges of dating, highlighting the awkward and frequently funny situations that arise when two people attempt to connect more deeply with one another. Despite not getting much general attention, the film is admired for its funny and realistic take on courting and interactions. A highlight of the film, Jenny McCarthy's amusing performance gives it a light charm.
Cast
- Chris Eigeman as Jimmy
- Jenny McCarthy as Whitney Ann Barnsley III
- Drea de Matteo as Dee, Whitney's Neighbour
- Paul Dooley as Jimmy's Dad
- Josh Stamberg as Eddie Oshinski
- Alanna Ubach as Wendy
- Aubrey Dollar as Gina Vosola
- Dennis Boutsikaris as Dr. Levy
- Joelle Carter as Kate
- Brian Anthony Wilson as Phil
Production
Jenny McCarthy had her directorial debut in one of the early films directed by Matthew Miller. The script attempts to convey the often unexpected nature of romance by combining humor with relatable dating difficulties.
Release and reception
its release in 2002, "Crazy Little Thing" failed to gain any widespread recognition. Its humorous twist on the romantic comedy genre has, however, garnered a small audience. McCarthy's performance received praise for providing the film with a light and delightful comedic edge.
References
- Crazy Little Thing (2002) | MUBI. Retrieved 2024-08-13 – via mubi.com.
- Victoria Priola (August 26, 2016). "Never forget: World Trade Center in movies, TV, music". SILive.com. Retrieved April 19, 2021.
- "Crazy Little Thing review (2002) Jenny McCarthy - Qwipster's Movie Reviews". qwipster.net. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
- Miller, Matthew (2002-03-01). "Crazy Little Thing - Apple TV". Apple TV. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
- The Perfect You (2002) - Matthew Miller | Synopsis, Movie Info, Moods, Themes and Related | AllMovie. Retrieved 2024-08-13 – via www.allmovie.com.
- "Matthew Miller | Producer, Writer, Director". IMDb. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
- Crazy Little Thing Called Love, retrieved 2024-08-13
- Carlin, Shannon (2022-02-14). "The 15 Best Romantic Comedies from the Early 2000s". TIME. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
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