Gerry (2003)

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Rating: R

Release Date: Feb 14, 2003

Running Time: 103 mins.

Country Of Origin: United States

Country Of Origin: United Kingdom

starring: Casey Affleck, Matt Damon

director: Gus van Sant

Two young friends who call each other "Gerry" drive off into the wilderness to hike in a remote area. After losing their way in the forbiddingly beautiful terrain, they rely on humor and confidence to propel them forward. But when the gravity of their situation takes hold, their strength and prospects for survival wane, as they face the ultimate test.

February 21, 2003

After swimming in the mainstream with Good Will Hunting, director Gus Van Sant offers indie penance with this arty exercise that strands Matt Damon and Casey Affleck (both named Gerry) in a desert with little to say and do except lose themselves in an existential wasteland of doomed beauty.

PETER TRAVERS
(February 21, 2003)

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May I speak frankly? This movie is about absolutely nothing, and contrary to what arty-farty types might tell ya, that ain't a good thing.

Story

A car drives down a road for a long time. When it finally turns off the main road, you feel as if something has actually happened, like it's a major plot point. Two guys get out of the car: Matt Damon and Casey Affleck. They don't speak as they begin their walk down a wilderness trail, yet you get the feeling that everything that's happening is somehow…