description Say Anything... (1989) Overview
Say Anything... (1989) is an American romantic drama written and directed by Cameron Crowe in his directorial debut, starring John Cusack and Ione Skye, remembered for the iconic boom-box scene set to Peter Gabriel's "In Your Eyes."
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Say Anything... (1989) ranks #20 of 256 in the Romantic Comedy ranking, behind Pride and Prejudice (2005), ahead of Master of None (2015–2021).
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Who directed and wrote the 1989 film Say Anything...?
Say Anything... was written and directed by Cameron Crowe in his directorial debut. The film was released in 1989 and marked a transition for Crowe from a prominent music journalist to a major filmmaker.
What song plays during the iconic boombox scene in Say Anything...?
The boombox scene famously features Peter Gabriel's hit song 'In Your Eyes.' In the film, John Cusack's character holds the stereo over his head outside Ione Skye's character's bedroom window.
What is the basic plot of Say Anything...?
The film follows an average high school student and kickboxer, Lloyd Dobler, who falls in love with the school's valedictorian, Diane Court. Their relationship is tested during the summer after graduation as Diane prepares to leave for a fellowship in England.
Did Say Anything... ever get a sequel or a TV adaptation?
Cameron Crowe confirmed in 2014 that he was developing a TV series adaptation of the film to air on NBC. However, the network ultimately passed on the pilot, and the project was scrapped.
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