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Man in the Chair

2007Movie1 h 47 min

48

MediocreGoodWatch score

Rotten Tomatoes

A nostalgic, wholesome comedy movie about everyday modern life and show business.

Good for date night · family movie night · friends night

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Not streaming in United States. Where it is:

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Not for scares, brutality or adrenaline.

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Story

The story of an aspiring young filmmaker's encounter with a grumpy fount of movie lore.

Feels like

Indie Filmmaking Drama
Father-Son Bonding
Nostalgic Coming-of-Age
Heartwarming & Melancholic
Behind-the-Scenes Cinema
Quirky Character Study
Low-Key Emotional Journey
Strong Ensemble Cast

Crew

Directed by: Michael Schroeder
Written by: Michael Schroeder
Produced by: Michael Schroeder, Sarah Schroeder-Matzkin, Randolf Turrow
Music by: Eric Justen, Eric Thompson, Laura Karpman

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

January 27, 2007 · 1 h 47 min · Comedy, Drama

Released: January 27, 2007
Runtime: 1 h 47 min
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Available in: 1 country

Q&A

5 questions, like "Where can I stream Man in the Chair?"

Questions about Man in the Chair

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Man in the Chair?

It streams in 1 other country, but not in the United States.

Is Man in the Chair worth watching?

48

MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 48 (IMDb 7, Rotten Tomatoes 49%, and Metacritic 44). Audiences rate it higher (69 out of 100) than critics (47).

Is Man in the Chair okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will Man in the Chair make me laugh?

A touch

Not much for a comedy: the title analysis gives its humor 1 of 4.

Is Man in the Chair plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (7 of 10) and dialogue centrality (7 of 10) more than on its plot.