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Me Without You

  • 2001
  • R
  • 1h 47m
IMDb RATING
6.7/10
5K
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Anna Friel and Michelle Williams in Me Without You (2001)
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Psychological DramaDrama

Two best friends grow up on the Isle of Wight and in Brighton in the 1970s and 1980s.Two best friends grow up on the Isle of Wight and in Brighton in the 1970s and 1980s.Two best friends grow up on the Isle of Wight and in Brighton in the 1970s and 1980s.

  • Director
    • Sandra Goldbacher
  • Writers
    • Sandra Goldbacher
    • Laurence Coriat
  • Stars
    • Anna Friel
    • Michelle Williams
    • Ella Jones
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.7/10
    5K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Sandra Goldbacher
    • Writers
      • Sandra Goldbacher
      • Laurence Coriat
    • Stars
      • Anna Friel
      • Michelle Williams
      • Ella Jones
    • 45User reviews
    • 44Critic reviews
    • 67Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award
      • 3 nominations total

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    Anna Friel
    Anna Friel
    • Marina
    Michelle Williams
    Michelle Williams
    • Holly
    Ella Jones
    • Young Holly
    Anna Popplewell
    Anna Popplewell
    • Young Marina
    Cameron Powrie
    • Young Nat
    Trudie Styler
    Trudie Styler
    • Linda
    Allan Corduner
    Allan Corduner
    • Max
    Deborah Findlay
    Deborah Findlay
    • Judith
    Nicky Henson
    Nicky Henson
    • Ray
    Oliver Milburn
    Oliver Milburn
    • Nat
    Hannah Bourne
    Hannah Bourne
    • Carolyn
    Russell Mabey
    Russell Mabey
    • Craig
    • (as Russell Maybey)
    Blake Ritson
    Blake Ritson
    • Tim
    Francis Lee
    Francis Lee
    • Paul
    Eve Cooper-Rose
    • Sophie
    Lee Williams
    Lee Williams
    • Ben
    Marianne Denicourt
    Marianne Denicourt
    • Isabel
    Kyle MacLachlan
    Kyle MacLachlan
    • Daniel
    • Director
      • Sandra Goldbacher
    • Writers
      • Sandra Goldbacher
      • Laurence Coriat
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    User reviews45

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    9elwinter

    Coming-of-age sans treacle

    This is one of the best depictions of female adolescence, and the intensity of female "best friend"ships I've seen. Good attention to detail. Doesn't pull its punches on sex, drugs & rock'n'roll - neither glamourizing nor moralizing. It might take courage for parents to let their teenagers see it, but it's delusional to think kids don't know about these things. Good to see it handled intelligently.
    10Seraphymel

    Gorgeous Portrayal of Living

    Every actor gives a remarkable performance in this film which has become my new favorite. Even the soundtrack is excellent, combining The Clash, Echo the Bunnymen, along with other pulsing musical giants, it provides a perfect backdrop to the gorgeous storyline. This simple however very rich tapestry of two young girls growing up together throughout the 70's, 80's, until today reminds me why I love movies. And the character of Nat (Oliver Milburn) reminds me why I want to love. I could watch it over and again still never tiring of the struggle between the two main characters Holly and Marina to grow up into independence. This is especially difficult for Holly as she strives to live under her best/worst friend Marina's constant control. She manipulates every situation with no shame in order to keep Holly closely tied to her and out of her older brother's (Nat) arms. It is a truly intense dynamic between these three souls, one that has inspired me to recommend the movie to others, both men and women as it reaches both sexes. Looks can be deceiving because it is no chick flick, but a highly interesting portrayal of human behavior, highlighted by flaws each one of us have and take for granted. So if you want to see a movie that will stay with you always see this one. It's clever, incredibly moving and intelligently sexy. I highly recommend it!!! : )
    7vrs003

    Very good acting, absorbing movie

    I chanced upon the movie while casually flicking and was absorbed immediately with the quiet, understated acting of Michelle Williams. I found her exquisite and emotionally charged performance but not in a melodramatic ways. And her beautiful, soulful eyes, are hard to ignore. Yes, it sounds like cliché. Yes, it's been told over and over again. Angst-ridden teenagers with tons of issues. But this is one told differently. So if you want a slight emotional roller coaster ride and appreciate good acting. This is worth your while. I guess one wonders why didn't Nat and Molly just got together in the beginning, but I guess that's one surprise element that keeps audience (I know it kept me!) in suspense. There were also very good both poignant and explosive scenes. The highlight I agree was when Molly told Marina why she had to leave. The writer and director has a bright future. So do the 3 main casts. I'm going to see Station Agent already (MW).
    traceytex

    can you say hot?

    If Dawson's Creek had to exist, let it be for the emergence of Michelle Williams. She was excellent in Dick and Me Without You. Besides the sappy, soap opera dramatizations, I enjoyed this film and I must say Oliver Milburn is a hottie.
    8CherylAG

    Great movie about friendship, life, hardships and love!!!

    This was a very good movie and definitely not just for females in their teens and 20's. I think all females (and even many males) can relate to this movie in one way or another. It's a very realistic movie about LIFE--- friendship, growing up, partying, sex, learning from mistakes, morals, family problems, falling in love, self-destruction, standing up for yourself, being with someone you don't love because it's expected of you, long term friendships and much more. It is definitely emotional at times, but very realistic. I live in the states and get irritated at the movies here being so idealistic--that's why i really enjoy the foreign made movies so much.

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    Drama

    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      While filming, Michelle Williams had to constantly fly back and forth between the UK and the North Carolina, USA to work on her television series Dawson's Creek (1998).
    • Goofs
      In 1982 fragment "Do you want me to want you to?" Holly said her favorite film of Tarkovsky was "Nostalghia" (1983) which hadn't been released yet by that time.
    • Quotes

      Marina: At least I tried heroin.

    • Connections
      References The Seventh Seal (1957)
    • Soundtracks
      White Horses
      Performed by Lucy Street

      Recording Courtesy of Mercury Records Limited (London)

      Licensed by kind permission from the Film & TV Licensing Division, part of the Universal Music Group

      Written by Michael Carr and Ben Nisbet

      Published by B Feldman & Co. Ltd. T / As Gerrard Music

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    • Release date
      • November 23, 2001 (United Kingdom)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • Germany
    • Official sites
      • Momentum Pictures Synopsis, trailer (Media Player) (United States)
      • Official site (United States)
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
      • 最愛她
    • Filming locations
      • 55 Downs Wood, Epsom, Surrey, England, UK(Holly's house)
    • Production companies
      • Fireworks Pictures
      • Samuel Goldwyn Films
      • Momentum Pictures
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $304,909
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $12,816
      • Jul 7, 2002
    • Gross worldwide
      • $369,226
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 47m(107 min)
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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