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Neo Ned

  • 2005
  • Not Rated
  • 1h 37m
IMDb RATING
6.8/10
1.9K
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Neo Ned (2005)
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Like most kids, Ned idolized his father and dreamed of following in his footsteps. Unfortunately, his father was a two-bit crook who spent most of his life in jail. Without a family of his o... Read allLike most kids, Ned idolized his father and dreamed of following in his footsteps. Unfortunately, his father was a two-bit crook who spent most of his life in jail. Without a family of his own, Ned falls in with the Aryan Brotherhood. Soon after, Ned is placed in a mental hospita... Read allLike most kids, Ned idolized his father and dreamed of following in his footsteps. Unfortunately, his father was a two-bit crook who spent most of his life in jail. Without a family of his own, Ned falls in with the Aryan Brotherhood. Soon after, Ned is placed in a mental hospital, where he is mesmerized by a young Black girl who believes that she is the reincarnation... Read all

  • Director
    • Van Fischer
  • Writer
    • Tim Boughn
  • Stars
    • Jeremy Renner
    • Gabrielle Union
    • David E. Allen
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    6.8/10
    1.9K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Van Fischer
    • Writer
      • Tim Boughn
    • Stars
      • Jeremy Renner
      • Gabrielle Union
      • David E. Allen
    • 26User reviews
    • 4Critic reviews
    • 71Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 10 wins & 1 nomination total

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    Jeremy Renner
    Jeremy Renner
    • Ned
    Gabrielle Union
    Gabrielle Union
    • Rachael
    David E. Allen
    • Officer Smith
    Blaine Gray
    Blaine Gray
    • Officer Jones
    Michael Shamus Wiles
    Michael Shamus Wiles
    • Ned's Dad
    Lyndon Smith
    Lyndon Smith
    • Ned (At Age 4)
    Sally Kirkland
    Sally Kirkland
    • Shelly Nelson
    Randall Whittinghill
    • Nazi #1
    Rainbow Borden
    Rainbow Borden
    • Nazi #2
    Ethan Suplee
    Ethan Suplee
    • Orderly Johnny
    Cary Elwes
    Cary Elwes
    • Dr. Magnuson
    Garland Whitt
    Garland Whitt
    • Orderly #2
    Jill Remez
    Jill Remez
    • Nurse Mary
    Eddie Kaye Thomas
    Eddie Kaye Thomas
    • Joey
    Steve Railsback
    Steve Railsback
    • Mr. Day
    Monnae Michaell
    Monnae Michaell
    • Rachael's Mother
    Stephanie C. Allen
    • Foster Sister
    • (as Stephanie Allen)
    Joanne Baron
    Joanne Baron
    • Foster Mom
    • Director
      • Van Fischer
    • Writer
      • Tim Boughn
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    User reviews26

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    8nynylyly

    Renner Rules & Union Scores

    This is the best work I have seen Jeremy Renner do. I didn't think he could top his performance in "Dahmer" but this performance is even more exceptional - powerful, humane and heartbreaking. Gabrielle Union who plays opposite Renner's "Ned," is equally good, and it as much her character's story as it is Ned's. I don't want to reveal any "spoilers" but suffice to say, this is an unpredictable movie with a lot of unexpected surprises. I hope this film gets a bigger release, as it is really a movie that might change peoples' minds about prejudice and how love can heal the most wounded of hearts. And it's a good example of how an independent movie with a low budget can outshine a summer full of cookie cutter blockbusters. This film isn't perfect but there is an earnestness that is refreshing. It's an uncynical piece of work. Kind of rare in Hollywood.
    8RebeccaWood

    Wow, Wow, Wow!

    Heard of Neo Ned? Not too many have. I, in fact, discovered it last night while I was working the closing shift at the movie theater in my town. As it turns out, the producer of the film is from here and decided to offer a free showing with a Q&A at the end. My opinion: this movie should not have been free. In fact, I wouldn't have minded paying $10.00+ to view it. I would even dare to say that it far surpassed every other film in our theater, and possibly every film that we've had for the last six months. So, to shorten and conclude my rant: It was amazing.

    Neo Ned is a story about love, or as a previous audience member mentioned "anti-hate". Ned is a neo-Nazi who grew up in an array of torn homes and who witnessed his father's arrest, which tore him away from his son for many years. As an adult, he ends up in a psych ward, only to meet a black woman, whom he falls in love with.

    This is certainly not your traditional love story. In all actuality, it quite possibly breaks many, if not all, of the rules of tradition. But who really cares? Overall, the writing, directing, and acting were superb. Hollywood: stop giving us your half-baked movies and start putting real movies with real stories in our theaters. Neo Ned would be a great way to start.
    10yvillalobos

    A Neo Nazi Skinhead falls deeply in love with an African American woman

    I had the opportunity to see this film at the Tribecca Film Fest. This is a winner. The movie is a little shocking,its funny and its sad with a bittersweet ending all rolled in one. The acting is awesome. This is truly Jeremy Renners best! I had seen him in Dalmer,which I thought he was great,but his performance as Ned is much more explosive. When a Neo Nazi skinhead can bring a tear to your eye you know its good. Gabrial Union's character is a deeply misunderstood young woman who comes across very believable on screen. I later learned during the Q&A session,after the movie, that Gabrial is in fact a rape survivor. She stated that she was able to relate to her character through her own life experiences. She brings great depth and her own natural beauty to the film. Her inner strength really shines in this movie. Sally Kirkland (a true Hollywood legend) brings her enormous presence to the screen as Neds Mother. A role in which she is able to show how truly talented and funny she is. There is lots of great acting in this film. I love this movie because it shows how two people from very different worlds manage to fall in love ,while discovering what they really need in life to be happy. I hope to see this film on the big screen soon.
    10stuff4parks

    If I was a film distributer, this film would be in all theaters NOW

    I just saw this at the AIFF (Ashland Independent Film Festival) and all I can say it WOW! Jeremy Renner should get an academy award for this role. All the actors were great but Jeremy's performance was beyond outstanding. Apparently, this film is still awaiting distributors to get it out into theaters. Maybe all of us who have seen it should pool our resources, open a film distribution company, and buy it and market it ourselves! It was very well received today in Ashland Oregon and the spectators were glad to have a Q&A session with the director. He did state that the film had been very well received in each location that it screened with only a few folks walking out before the finish. To those who walked out, you really missed out.
    fmg05

    Gritty love story of two misfits

    I was able to see this film at the Tribeca Film Festival last week and walked away incredibly impressed with Jeremy Renner. I'd seen him in Dahmer so expected another good performance, but was truly blown away. The Village Voice compared his performance to DeNiro's in Taxi Driver and I can see why. Gabrielle Union was also good - this film is nothing like her previous work. I admire her for playing this part and also for defending her decision to do so. I think the director Van Fischer should be commended for spotting this interesting screenplay, having the vision to create such a compelling story of love, and being able to make it actually happen. If you like quirky romances, this film will satisfy you and then some.

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    • Trivia
      Tatyana Ali was originally slated for the role of Rachael.
    • Goofs
      When Rachael and Ned are confronting her abuser, Ned is wearing a necklace; when they are walking out of the shop the necklace disappears.
    • Quotes

      [to Rachael]

      Ned: You remember you asked me to tell you a happy story?

      Rachael: [Nods]

      Ned: This is it. Me and you. We're my happy story.

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    • Release date
      • April 22, 2005 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Нео Нед
    • Filming locations
      • Lincoln Heights Jail - 401 N. Avenue 19, Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production company
      • Kismet Entertainment Group
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 37m(97 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono

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