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A Life Less Ordinary 1997

“Kidnapping. Blackmail. Extortion. Karaoke. What some people will do for love.”

Status
Released
Runtime
103 minutes
Director
Danny Boyle
Networks
Figment Films, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
★ TMDB users: 6.2/10 R FantasyComedyRomance Released
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What is A Life Less Ordinary?

A Life Less Ordinary is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Fantasy, Comedy, Romance.

Type
Film
Year
1997
Status
Released
Runtime
103 minutes
Release date
Oct 24, 1997
Studios
Figment Films, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
Genres
Fantasy, Comedy, Romance
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.2/10
Episode runtime
~103 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Figment Films, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment

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Overview

A Life Less Ordinary is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Fantasy, Comedy, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Figment Films, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Angelic overseers meddle as a rich heiress teams with a janitor in a wild love chase.”

Reasons to watch
  • Directed by Danny Boyle
  • Stars early performances by Ewan McGregor and Cameron Diaz
  • Mixes fantasy, romance, and comedy
Keep in mind
  • Genre blend may feel uneven for some viewers

Watch it if you enjoy quirky fantasy romances with a dash of black comedy.

Contains mild violence and adult themes, so it’s best suited for mature audiences.

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Who directed A Life Less Ordinary?

It was directed by Danny Boyle.

When was the film released?

It was released in the United States on October 24, 1997.

What genres describe the film?

It is classified as fantasy, comedy, and romance, often described as a black comedy.

Who are the lead actors?

The film stars Ewan McGregor, Cameron Diaz, Holly Hunter, Delroy Lindo, Ian Holm, and Dan Hedaya.

What is the basic premise?

Two angels are sent to Earth to ensure a love connection while a wealthy woman is kidnapped by a janitor.

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