Jack Goes Boating

2010, Movie, 1h 31min

A limo driver's blind date sparks a tale of love, betrayal, friendship and grace—centered around two working-class New York City couples.

Country: United States

Director:

Philip Seymour Hoffman

Cast:

Philip Seymour Hoffman,

John Ortiz,

Tom McCarthy,

Amy Ryan

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6.3

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6.5

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Critic Roger Ebert

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Philip Seymour Hoffman has a gift for playing quickly embarrassed men who fear rejection. He can convey such vulnerability in some roles that we're on his side without the script needing to persuade us.

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Critic Angie Errigo

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Philip Seymour Hoffman puts his oar in with a tender, thoughtful adaption of Robert Glaudini's stage play.

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Critic Cath Clarke

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A welcome relief to that shiny-quirky gloss they slap on so many indies.

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Critic Tasha Robinson

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There are echoes of everything from The Fisher King to Punch-Drunk Love in Philip Seymour Hoffman’s subdued directorial debut...

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What is Jack Goes Boating about? Toggle content

Jack, a shy limousine driver, is set up on a blind date with Connie, a woman with intimacy issues. As they get to know each other, Jack decides to learn how to swim and cook to impress her. With the help of his best friend Clyde, Jack begins swimming lessons and cooking classes, but struggles to perfect his skills. Meanwhile, cracks begin to show in Clyde's own marriage, causing tension between the two couples. Will Jack and Connie find love, or will their relationships sink like a stone?

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You can stream Jack Goes Boating on: Apple TV

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