Parental Rating: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned. Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13)
➱ STORYLINE:
"Mixed Nuts" (1994) follows Philip (Steve Martin), the director of a crisis hotline called Lifesavers, during one chaotic Christmas Eve. As Philip and his staff, including the overly emotional Mrs. Munchnik (Madeline Kahn) and the love-struck Catherine (Rita Wilson), try to help their quirky callers, they also deal with their personal crises. The night becomes increasingly complicated with the arrival of a series of unexpected guests and events, including a pregnant woman, a transvestite, and a serial killer on the loose. The film is a madcap comedy that captures the spirit of the holiday season in all its messy glory.
➱ STAFF REVIEW:
Directed by Nora Ephron, "Mixed Nuts" is a dark comedy that attempts to blend the holiday spirit with the complexities of life and the importance of community and support. While the film received mixed reviews upon its release, its ensemble cast delivers strong performances, bringing warmth and humor to their roles. "Mixed Nuts" may not be the traditional holiday movie, but its unique take on the season and its message of finding family in unexpected places resonate with those looking for a different kind of Christmas film.
➱ CREDITS:
Director: Nora Ephron
Written by: Nora Ephron, Delia Ephron
Starring:
- Steve Martin as Philip
- Madeline Kahn as Mrs. Blanche Munchnik
- Rita Wilson as Catherine O'Shaughnessy
- Adam Sandler as Louie
Produced by:
- Nora Ephron
- Delia Ephron
- James W. Skotchdopole
Production Company(s):
- TriStar Pictures
Cinematography: Sven Nykvist
Edited by: Robert M. Reitano
Music by: George Fenton
Distributed by: TriStar Pictures
Release date: December 21, 1994
Run Time: 1h 37min
Country: United States
Languages: English
Budget: $15 million
Box office: $6.8 million
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