What's Your Number?
2011ComedyDirected by Mark Mylod
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Synopsis
"What's Your Number?" is a delightful romantic comedy directed by Mark Mylod and starring Anna Faris, Chris Evans, Blythe Danner, and Ari Graynor. Released in 2011, the film follows Ally Darling (played by Anna Faris), a young woman who, after reading a magazine article claiming that women who have had 20 or more lovers are unlikely to ever get married, decides to revisit her ex-boyfriends to see if any of them are worth rekindling a relationship with. As Ally navigates through her past relationships, she enlists the help of her charming neighbor Colin (played by Chris Evans) to track down her exes. Along the way, Ally and Colin develop a close friendship that blurs the lines between platonic and romantic feelings. With the support of her quirky sister (Ari Graynor) and wise mother (Blythe Danner), Ally learns valuable lessons about love, self-worth, and the importance of being true to oneself. Filled with witty dialogue, heartfelt moments, and plenty of laughs, "What's Your Number?" is a feel-good film that explores the complexities of modern relationships and the search for true love. Anna Faris shines in the lead role, while the charming chemistry between her and Chris Evans keeps viewers engaged from start to finish. This romantic comedy is a must-watch for anyone who enjoys a mix of humor, romance, and relatable characters.
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F.A.Q.
Q:Why did Chris Evans almost turn down his role in 'What's Your Number?'
A:
Chris Evans was initially hesitant to join 'What's Your Number?' because he was deeply involved in his Captain America role at the time, fearing typecasting in superhero roles. He only accepted after Anna Faris personally reached out, explaining how his comedic talent was perfect for the part, balancing his film portfolio.
Q:What really happened when they filmed the basketball scene in 'What's Your Number?'
A:
During the basketball scene, Chris Evans actually performed the stunt where he makes a shot from half-court. Originally, the script called for a stunt double to make the shot, but Evans made it in just three tries, leading to genuine shock and laughter from the cast and crew, which made it into the final cut.
Q:How did Anna Faris prepare for her role in 'What's Your Number?'
A:
Anna Faris prepared for her role by secretly attending several blind dates set up by her friends, using a fake identity. She wanted to genuinely capture the awkwardness and unpredictability of dating strangers, which she felt would add authenticity to her performance.
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Trivia
🎬The apartment used as Ally's in 'What's Your Number?' is actually the same apartment featured in 'The Departed', another Boston-set film. This choice was a nod to Boston's cinematic history, meant to subtly connect different movie universes set in the city.
💡Anna Faris and Chris Evans improvised many of their lines in 'What's Your Number?'. The director, Mark Mylod, encouraged improvisation to capture more natural interactions. The scene where they discuss their worst dates was almost entirely unscripted, making their reactions and dialogue genuinely spontaneous.
🎯The number sequence in the end credits of 'What's Your Number?' features hidden messages and jokes related to the film's plot, including fake phone numbers of the characters Ally dated. If paused, viewers can see quirky, fake voicemails left by each character.
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