Shallow Hal 2001
“Only a man this shallow could fall in love this deep.”
What is Shallow Hal?
"Shallow Hal" is a film about a man who follows a certain approach to dating after receiving advice from his father. This approach focuses on women who embody physical perfection.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2001
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 114 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 1, 2001
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- 20th Century Fox, Conundrum Entertainment
- Budget
- $40,000,000
- Revenue
- $141,069,860
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
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Overview
"Shallow Hal" is a film about a man who follows a certain approach to dating after receiving advice from his father. This approach focuses on women who embody physical perfection. However, his life takes an unexpected turn after he encounters a self-help guru. The guru hypnotizes him, causing him to see beauty in women who do not meet his previous physical standards. As a result of this transformation, Hal falls in love with a woman he initially would not have considered. This woman is not described in detail in the available information. The film is a story about a man's change in perspective and his experiences with love.
Should you watch it?
“A shallow man learns to love inner beauty after a hypnotic twist.”
- Jack Black’s comedic performance
- Playful take on inner versus outer beauty
- Romantic chemistry between Black and Paltrow
- The film’s jokes center on appearance, which may not appeal to all viewers.
Watch it if you enjoy quirky romantic comedies that explore love beyond looks.
Rated PG-13, the film offers lighthearted comedy with themes about beauty and self‑acceptance.
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Cast
Frequently asked questions
Who directed Shallow Hal?
The Farrelly Brothers directed the film.
Who are the lead actors?
Jack Black and Gwyneth Paltrow star, with Jason Alexander in a supporting role.
What genres describe the movie?
It combines comedy, romance, fantasy, and drama.
What is the film’s rating and length?
It is rated PG-13 and runs approximately 1 hour 54 minutes.
Is there a self‑help guru character?
Yes, a character based on Tony Robbins hypnotizes Hal to see inner beauty.