Sideways
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Synopsis
Two men reaching middle age with not much to show but disappointment embark on a week-long road trip through California's wine country, just as one is about to take a trip down the aisle.
Cast
- Paul Giamatti
- Thomas Haden Church
- Virginia Madsen
- Sandra Oh
- Marylouise Burke
- Jessica Hecht
- Missy Doty
- M.C. Gainey
- Alysia Reiner
- Shake Tukhmanyan
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- Oct 28, 2012
Wine is probably the most boring subject on Earth, so how come Payne’s film about a lonely, bitter best man (Paul Giamatti) taking the soon-to-be-groom (Thomas Haden Church) on a week-long tour of vineyards is so bloody good? Perhaps because of Giamatti’s astonishing…
Rick BurinNov 8, 2019all i remember is my parents loved this movie but i was too young to watch it and it's their loss because if i did watch this when i was eight in 2004 and seen sandra oh looking like That maybe i'd still be straight and maybe we'd still be a family... oh well! time to open…
kyleSep 28, 2015I am going to be directing the remake of this but instead of wine it will be about craft beer. It stars Shia LaBeouf and The Rock.
Wood - Nov 7, 2014
"Are you chewing gum?"
GroovemanSep 19, 2016who hurt alexander payne
#1 gizmo fanMar 21, 2024Depression and Self-Loathing in Santa Barbara
Jay 👽 - Aug 18, 2023
I thought this was gonna be funny but now I’m just sad
FlynnFeb 7, 2017not to brag but my mom was at Yale at the same time as Paul Giamatti and one time he was drunk in her dorm common room
cathyJul 12, 2020I had a light appreciation for Sideways in 2004 and that has remained the same, both men are just so awful in differing ways, but what's aged even better is its most famous scene: Paul Giamatti and Virginia Madsen discussing why they like wine on the back porch. In…
Brian Formo
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- Zaya likedSideways
Mmm mid. Didn’t love
Victor K likedSidewaysThis movie is probably certified to make you open a wine bottle while you watch it and like good wine it’s actually very smooth to consume. It really takes its time to get you to sit with the complexity of its two main characters that will make feel sympathetic to them in spite…
nevan lovedSidewaysa strangely great blend of hilarious and off-beat moments coupled with moving commentary on mental health and being “successful.” i personally felt connected to the characters and their driving forces. perfect acting, writing, cinematography, music; paul giamatti is just amazing
- MovieDaddy lovedSideways
An incredibly heartfelt, comedic view of midlife crisis, depression, and celebrating life’s simple pleasures. An indie-darling for sure, but this is far more than award-bait cinema. This one has all the feels, and it is worthy of multiple viewings. It tastes so f¥£!^& good.
EHolland likedSidewaysReally well written and characters were fully fleshed out. Great acting. Think this would’ve blown my mind in 2004 when it came out, and I realize this movie probably paved the way for other similarly paced indie movies, but I just felt like it was good, not great.
James New likedSidewaysNot my favourite Alexander Payne film but one that carries his distinct style and characterisation. Paul Giamatti gives an excellent performance as always and so does Spider-Man 3 sandman. It becomes a little too raunchy at times but never loses you
- Reyham likedSideways
really liked this despite the men being the worst people ever, especially Jack… but equally Miles. The non stop wine theme really made me feel thirsty. In end i actually loved Miles’ character development and I hope he’s happy.
SueV_NJ lovedSidewaysWhat an amazing movie with flawless performances against the lush backdrop of NapaValley. It's both funny and sad, unpredictable and offbeat. Gets better every time you watch it, like a fine wine 🍷 😉
Colin Anthony likedSidewaysGirlfriend didn’t like it. I loved it, Hayden Christensen is such a wreck and Paul Giamatti is a refined wreck. Not a must watch but if you’re looking
Atom Users Reviews
Metacritic
A beautifully observed, small-scale study of personal foibles, romantic uncertainty and two sides of the sadly predictable male animal.
Todd McCarthy
Variety
Hysterically funny yet melancholy comedy.
Kirk Honeycutt
The Hollywood Reporter
In Sideways, Payne has created four of the most lived-in, indelible characters in recent American movies. This deliciously bittersweet movie makes magic out of the quotidian.
David Ansen
Newsweek
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sideways (2004) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as R, meaning that Under 17 requires an adult accompaniment.
How long is Sideways (2004)?
The movie is 2hr 7min long.
What's Sideways (2004) about?
Two men reaching middle age with not much to show but disappointment embark on a week-long road trip through California's wine country, just as one is about to take a trip down the aisle.
Who's the cast of Sideways (2004)?
- Paul Giamatti as Miles
- Thomas Haden Church as Jack
- Virginia Madsen as Maya
- Sandra Oh as Stephanie
- Marylouise Burke as Miles's Mother
- Jessica Hecht as Victoria
- Missy Doty as Cammi
- M.C. Gainey as Cammi's Husband
- Alysia Reiner as Christine Erganian
- Shake Tukhmanyan as Mrs. Erganian
Who's the director behind Sideways (2004)?
Alexander Payne directed Sideways (2004).
Who produced Sideways (2004)?
Michael London produced Sideways (2004).
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