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I Am the Cheese

  • 1983
  • PG
  • 1h 40m
IMDb RATING
5.9/10
332
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I Am the Cheese (1983)
Psychological DramaDramaFantasy

A teenage lad struggles to piece together his reality following a traumatic event.A teenage lad struggles to piece together his reality following a traumatic event.A teenage lad struggles to piece together his reality following a traumatic event.

  • Director
    • Robert Jiras
  • Writers
    • Robert Cormier
    • David Lange
    • Robert Jiras
  • Stars
    • Robert MacNaughton
    • Hope Lange
    • Don Murray
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.9/10
    332
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Robert Jiras
    • Writers
      • Robert Cormier
      • David Lange
      • Robert Jiras
    • Stars
      • Robert MacNaughton
      • Hope Lange
      • Don Murray
    • 17User reviews
    • 4Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Robert MacNaughton
    Robert MacNaughton
    • Adam Farmer
    Hope Lange
    Hope Lange
    • Betty Farmer
    Don Murray
    Don Murray
    • David Farmer
    Robert Wagner
    Robert Wagner
    • Dr. Brint
    Cynthia Nixon
    Cynthia Nixon
    • Amy Hertz
    Lee Richardson
    Lee Richardson
    • Mr. Grey
    John Fiedler
    John Fiedler
    • Arnold
    Sudie Bond
    Sudie Bond
    • Edna
    Frank McGurran
    • Young Adam
    Russell P. Goslant
    • Gardener
    Robert Cormier
    • Mr. Hertz
    Dorothea MacNaughton
    • Produce Lady
    Milford Keene
    • Harvester
    Joey Jerome
    • Whipper
    Ronnie Bradbury
    • Corn
    Robert Dutil
    • Jed
    Jeff Rumney
    • Counter Man
    David Lange
    • Mr. Montgomery
    • Director
      • Robert Jiras
    • Writers
      • Robert Cormier
      • David Lange
      • Robert Jiras
    • All cast & crew
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    5mjoablack

    Confusing

    It was good, but kind of confusing. I haven't read the book though so maybe that has something to do with it.
    1PaulNewmanIsDead

    never watch it

    the title says it all, "I am the Cheese". This movie is nothing but cheesy.

    The movie makes no sense at all for those who haven't read the book, it makes a little sense to those who have read the book.

    The acting is terrible, the character lacked charisma it's almost like they are reading from a script.

    And last of all, the movie is boring, they are good boring movies like " lost in Translation" etc. This movie is everything you don't want you movie to be.

    Anyway, DO NOT WATCH THIS MOVIE. It's the ultimate embarrassment if anyone catch you watching this. The book is a worth read but STAY AWAY FORM THIS
    wforeman

    ummmmm..cheese....i like it

    this was an outstanding film with some very funny moments. it was one of the classic films of the eighties and i'm suprised that no one else has reviewed this classic tale.

    this film is a must for all the families so rush out and rent it now. you wont want to take it back

    10 out of 10
    studhead182

    The Book was way better.

    Not only did this movie have bad acting. But yet it was boring. I read the book in school and found the book really interesting and good. But this...goodness they tried to change some things...they changed the ending. i give this movie sadly... 3 out of 10... and least they tried.
    9speedster

    Low budget but very enjoyable

    I read the book in junior high in the 80s and first watched the movie in the 90s while working at a video store. I recently rewatched the movie a few times and still enjoy it. Thoughtful musical score, great scenery, well-acted especially by Robert MacNaughton whose portrayal of loneliness and desperation is outstanding. Yes, it could have benefited from a larger budget (think Running on Empty) but it still works and the lower budget helps capture the bleakness in Adam's life. Not for those looking for a slick Hollywood production but if you enjoy an honest little production made with love you will like it.

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    Jim Carrey and Kate Winslet in Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (2004)
    Psychological Drama
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    Drama
    Elijah Wood in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring (2001)
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    • Trivia
      The number that Adam dials in the movie is not a typical '555' movie number but rather is an actual phone number. At the time of the movie's production, the number rang at the home of the author of 'I Am the Cheese' and gave him an opportunity to interact with fans of the book and movie.
    • Quotes

      Whipper: What is this?

      Adam Farmer: Nothing.

      Whipper: Come on. What is it? Is it a bomb or something? You planning on blowing up Plainfield?

      Adam Farmer: No, it's a present for my father.

    • Soundtracks
      Time Has Come to Go
      Performed by Didus and the Fabulous Mascarenes

      Written by Phil Demise

      Published by Gegenschein Music

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    • Release date
      • May 6, 1983 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Я - болван
    • Filming locations
      • Cabot, Vermont, USA
    • Production company
      • I Am the Cheese
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 40m(100 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono

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