Hammerman Ikon

Hammerman Ikon Film Guide

Wonder Boys
2000
****½
Director: Curtis Hanson
Cast: Michael Douglas, Tobey Maguire, Robert Downey Jr., Frances McDormand

A splendidly funny and witty story about one weekend in the life of an author/college professor. Michael Douglas is cast against type in a wonderful low key performance. The film is almost spoiled by one overly farcical scene towards the end.