Whatever Works

Is Whatever Works right for your family?

Movie 2009 92 min

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."

What's inside

Provisional estimate — not yet fully analyzed. 12 (BR)

Likely present: Romance & relationshipsFamily themes

The description of unexpected romantic entanglements and the search for love indicate romance and family themes.

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