Boys on the Side
1995ComedyDirected by Herbert Ross
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Own & Stream
Synopsis
"Boys on the Side," a 1995 comedy-drama directed by Herbert Ross, follows the unlikely bond formed between three women on a road trip across America. Jane (Whoopi Goldberg), a nightclub singer, reluctantly agrees to drive Robin (Mary-Louise Parker), a real estate agent battling terminal illness, to California. Along the way, they pick up the free-spirited Holly (Drew Barrymore), and their journey takes unexpected turns as they navigate life, love, and loss together. The stellar cast, including Matthew McConaughey in a supporting role, delivers heartfelt performances that explore themes of friendship, empowerment, and resilience. With a mix of humor and poignancy, "Boys on the Side" weaves a touching narrative that resonates with audiences. Directed by a talented ensemble of filmmakers, this film strikes a balance between laughter and tears, making it a memorable and impactful viewing experience for fans of both comedy and drama genres.
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F.A.Q.
Q:Why did Matthew McConaughey almost miss out on being cast in Boys on the Side?
A:
Matthew McConaughey was almost not cast in 'Boys on the Side' because the casting director initially thought he was too unknown for the film's ensemble cast. It was only after the director, Herbert Ross, saw Matthew's charismatic audition tape, sent on the last day of casting, that he insisted on hiring him for the role of Officer Abe Lincoln.
Q:How did Whoopi Goldberg influence the soundtrack of Boys on the Side?
A:
Whoopi Goldberg, passionate about ensuring the film’s authenticity, personally suggested several tracks for the soundtrack. This included Bonnie Raitt's 'You Got It', which became a defining song of the film. Goldberg's influence was so significant that she was unofficially acknowledged by the music supervisor as a 'co-producer' of the soundtrack.
Q:What really happened when Drew Barrymore broke down on set during filming?
A:
During a particularly emotional scene, Drew Barrymore broke down crying and couldn't stop even after the director called 'cut'. The cast and crew were initially concerned, but Ross decided to keep rolling, capturing an intensely raw moment that made it into the final cut, adding depth to her character's backstory.
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Trivia
🎬The diner where several key scenes were shot wasn't an actual diner but a set completely built from scratch at a cost of over $150,000. The set was so realistic that locals mistakenly came in asking to order food during filming breaks.
💡Mary-Louise Parker was actually allergic to the vintage car used in the film. During road trip scenes, special accommodations had to be made, including frequent stops and modified interiors to minimize her allergic reactions, yet keep the authenticity of a long road journey.
🎯The production had to reschedule shooting scenes in Tucson, Arizona, because a rare desert flower bloomed early that year, covering the landscape in unexpected colors, which did not fit the visual aesthetic the director had envisioned for the scenes.
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