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The Ladykillers
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R,1hr 44min
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March 26, 2004
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Buena Vista Pictures
Synopsis: One of the best-loved films from the idiosyncratic British film studio Ealing Pictures gets an update from the equally idiosyncratic filmmaking team of Joel and Ethan Coen in this offbeat comedy. Marva Munson (Irma P. Hall) is a spry, elderly woman who attends church regularly, doesn't care for loud noises or harsh language, and is looking for a tenant for the spare room in her house. Enter Goldthwait Higginson Dorr (Tom Hanks), a silver-tongued college professor who moves in and gains Munson's permission ... Full Synopsis
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I suspect that mainstream audiences will find plenty of things to take pleasure in, even though some viewers may be bewildered by what the Coens do. But for those who share my taste in comedy, this is a must-not-miss. Full Review
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Featured Cast
Goldthwait Higginson Dorr, Professor Goldthwait Higginson Dorr
Gawain MacSam
Garth Pancake
Marva Munson
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"The Ladykillers"
Tom Hanks promotes "The Ladykillers" at the 57th Cannes Film Festival in France on May 18, 2004.
Tom Hanks promotes "The Ladykillers" at the Cannes Film Festival in France on May 18, 2004.
Tom Hanks promotes "The Ladykillers" at the 57th Cannes Film Festival in France on May 18, 2004.
Naomi Campbell attends the premiere of "The Ladykillers" at the 57th Annual Cannes Film Festival on...
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson at the The Ladykillers premiere in Hollywood on March 12, 2004
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson at the The Ladykillers premiere in Hollywood on March 12, 2004
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