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The Great Buck Howard
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PG,1hr 27min
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March 20, 2009
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Magnolia
Synopsis: A young man on his way up hitches his wagon to a middle-aged star on his way down in a comedy from writer and director Sean McGinly. Troy Gable (Colin Hanks) is a guy in his early twenties who has dropped out of law school and is pondering his next move. Troy has an interest in working in the entertainment business, and when he learns that a "celebrity performer" is looking for a personal assistant, Troy thinks he's found the ideal entry-level position. Troy soon discovers he's landed a job as a ... Full Synopsis
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The Great Buck Howard is in love with kitsch, the backwaters of showbiz, and true magic. It's a wee charmer that left me enchanted. Full Review
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63
Generally favorable reviews
out of 100
Featured Cast
Buck Howard
Troy Gable
Valerie Brennan
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Colin Hanks in "The Great Buck Howard" (Magnolia)
Emily Blunt in "The Great Buck Howard" (Magnolia)
Colin Hanks, left, and Emily Blunt in "The Great Buck Howard" (Magnolia)
Colin Hanks, left, and Tom Hanks in "The Great Buck Howard" (Magnolia)
John Malkovich in "The Great Buck Howard" (Magnolia)
Colin Hanks, left, Emily Blunt, John Malkovich and Steve Zahn in "The Great Buck Howard" (Magnolia)
Director Sean McGinly on the set of "The Great Buck Howard" (Magnolia)
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