Casting The Sure Thing
Casting The Sure Thing

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Casting The Sure Thing

2003
Movie
8 min
English

Allows casting directors Jane Jenkins and Janet Hirshenson to describe the casting process and how each role was filled in the film The Sure Thing.

Insights

IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users84%
Director: Rob ReinerGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A college student, Walter Gibson, is eager to spend Thanksgiving break with his college girlfriend, Alison Bradbury. To achieve this, he needs to find a way to get to Los Angeles. His friend Lance offers him a ride, but Walter ends up making a series of misadventures and mistakes as he tries to navigate his way across the country to be with Alison.

Critical Reception

The Sure Thing was generally well-received by critics upon its release, praised for its witty dialogue, charming performances, and relatable depiction of college life and romance. It has since become a beloved cult classic among audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • John Cusack delivers a charismatic performance as the determined protagonist.

  • The film's humor and romantic storyline are engaging and well-executed.

  • It offers a nostalgic and charming portrayal of young love and college escapades.

Google audience: Audiences often praise 'The Sure Thing' for its humor, the chemistry between its leads, and its feel-good romantic comedy elements. Many remember it fondly as a quintessential 80s teen movie with a satisfying conclusion.

Fun Fact

The character of Alison Bradbury was originally written with a more cynical personality, but the role was changed to be more idealistic and romantic to better complement John Cusack's character.

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