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Riding in Cars with Boys (2001)
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Release Date:
19 October 2001 (USA) moreTagline:
Based on a true story. morePlot:
A single mother, with dreams of becoming a writer, has a son at the age of 15 in 1965, and goes through a failed marriage with the drug-addicted father. full summary | add synopsisPlot Keywords:
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2 wins & 2 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(7 articles)
Barrymore Is New CoverGirl Face (From WENN. 12 April 2007)
Katie Becomes Advice Columnist For Teen Mag
(From WENN. 24 January 2002)
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I enjoyed this ride moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Drew Barrymore | ... | Beverly Donofrio |
 | Steve Zahn | ... | Ray Hasek |
 | Adam Garcia | ... | Jason |
 | Brittany Murphy | ... | Fay Forrester |
 | James Woods | ... | Mr. Leonard Donofrio |
 | Lorraine Bracco | ... | Mrs. Teresa Donofrio |
 | Rosie Perez | ... | Shirley Perro |
 | Sara Gilbert | ... | Tina Barr |
 | Peter Facinelli | ... | Tommy Butcher |
 | Mika Boorem | ... | Beverly Donofrio - Age 11 |
 | Celine Marget | ... | Janet Donofrio - Age 8 |
 | Vincent Pastore | ... | Uncle Lou |
 | Maryann Urbano | ... | Aunt Ann |
 | Alissa Dean | ... | Townie Girl #1 |
| Jessica Leshnower | ... | Townie Girl #2 |
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Rated PG-13 for thematic elements, drug and sexual content.Parents Guide:
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132 minCountry:
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1.85 : 1 moreCertification:
Malaysia:U | Iceland:12 | Portugal:M/12 | Argentina:13 | Australia:M | Canada:PG | Finland:K-11 | Germany:6 | Hungary:14 | Netherlands:AL | Norway:11 | Philippines:PG-13 | Singapore:PG | South Korea:15 | Spain:13 | Sweden:7 | UK:12 | USA:PG-13MOVIEmeter: 
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The real life Beverly D'Onofrio has a master's degree in creative writing. Drew Barrymore, who portrays D'Onofrio in the film, is a high school dropout. moreGoofs:
Continuity: When Bev is reading the birthday card to Jason, his cowlick disappears and reappears between shots. moreQuotes:
Mrs. Teresa D'Onofrio: [cooing] Hello,beautiful baby.[to the nurse]
Mrs. Teresa D'Onofrio: Is this not the most beautiful baby you've ever seen? I'm serious, is this not the most beautiful baby you've ever seen?
Nurse: To be honest, in a while yes.
Mrs. Teresa D'Onofrio: [to Leonard] Lets go see Bev.
Mr. Leonard Donofrio: No.
Mrs. Teresa D'Onofrio: She wants to see you Leo!
Mr. Leonard Donofrio: No.
[to Jason]
Mr. Leonard Donofrio: Look your mother is 16, your father is a moron, and they want us to celebrate. We know better. Just for the record, I'm on your side.
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Based on the life of Beverly Donoforio, and the book with the same title,this movie was phenomenal. The 'feel good' feeling that this movie is gifted with, makes this movie a top notch drama/comedy.
This will undoubtedly be Drew Barrymoe's greatest performances. Her performance as Beverly seemed as if she was just born to play it. The way her voice, sweetness and personality blended with the character, seemed as if Drew was playing herself and not Beverly. Brittany Murphy gives a solid performance as Faye- Beverly's best friend. This movie had a great cast including Steve Zahn- who was outstanding as Ray- Beverly's drug taking husband, Adam Garcia, Maggie Gyllenhaal, James Woods, and Peter Facinelli- who all gave unforgettable heart warming performances.
The make up is also another reason for watching this- teenage,middle aged and older Beverly are all played by Drew, and it looks natural- it's same with Ray. The humour in this movie along with its drama, make this a must see for everyone. A good production.