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Ist sie nicht Wunderbar

Original title: Some Kind of Wonderful
  • 1987
  • 12
  • 1h 35m
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
37K
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POPULARITY
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1,526
Mary Stuart Masterson, Eric Stoltz, and Lea Thompson in Ist sie nicht Wunderbar (1987)
When Keith goes out with Amanda, the girl of his dreams, Amanda's ex-boyfriend plans to get back at Keith. Meanwhile, Keith's best friend, tomboy Watts, realizes she has feelings for Keith.
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When Keith goes out with Amanda, the girl of his dreams, Amanda's ex-boyfriend plans to get back at Keith. Meanwhile, Keith's best friend, tomboy Watts, realizes she has feelings for Keith.When Keith goes out with Amanda, the girl of his dreams, Amanda's ex-boyfriend plans to get back at Keith. Meanwhile, Keith's best friend, tomboy Watts, realizes she has feelings for Keith.When Keith goes out with Amanda, the girl of his dreams, Amanda's ex-boyfriend plans to get back at Keith. Meanwhile, Keith's best friend, tomboy Watts, realizes she has feelings for Keith.

  • Director
    • Howard Deutch
  • Writer
    • John Hughes
  • Stars
    • Eric Stoltz
    • Mary Stuart Masterson
    • Lea Thompson
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.0/10
    37K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    2,428
    1,526
    • Director
      • Howard Deutch
    • Writer
      • John Hughes
    • Stars
      • Eric Stoltz
      • Mary Stuart Masterson
      • Lea Thompson
    • 178User reviews
    • 64Critic reviews
    • 55Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 win total

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    Eric Stoltz
    Eric Stoltz
    • Keith Nelson
    Mary Stuart Masterson
    Mary Stuart Masterson
    • Watts
    Lea Thompson
    Lea Thompson
    • Amanda Jones
    Craig Sheffer
    Craig Sheffer
    • Hardy Jenns
    John Ashton
    John Ashton
    • Cliff Nelson
    Elias Koteas
    Elias Koteas
    • Skinhead
    Molly Hagan
    Molly Hagan
    • Shayne
    Maddie Corman
    Maddie Corman
    • Laura Nelson
    Jane Elliot
    Jane Elliot
    • Carol Nelson
    Candace Cameron Bure
    Candace Cameron Bure
    • Cindy Nelson
    • (as Candace Cameron)
    Chynna Phillips
    Chynna Phillips
    • Mia
    Scott Coffey
    Scott Coffey
    • Ray
    Carmine Caridi
    Carmine Caridi
    • Museum Guard
    Lee Garlington
    Lee Garlington
    • Gym Instructor
    Laura Leigh Hughes
    Laura Leigh Hughes
    • Holly
    Laura Tubelle
    • Laura's Friend
    Amy Lynne
    Amy Lynne
    • Laura's Friend
    Michael Bergman
    • Skinhead's Friend
    • Director
      • Howard Deutch
    • Writer
      • John Hughes
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    User reviews178

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    10da2357

    Excellent teen love story

    It's refreshing to have a movie about teens in love that doesn't rely upon sex to gain the viewer's interest. I love this movie, have probably seen it a a few dozen times, especially in the original, unedited version (that wasn't shortened to fit into a two-hour TV time-slot). It's a classic story, but told from a timeless perspective---the movie first ran in 1987, yet there's extremely little in it that would make it seem "dated."

    Mary Stuart Masterson is, as always, superb in her performance. While this is one of her early films, it shows her enormous ability and potential. She plays a playful, feisty, street-smart character that also has a sensitive, shy, and deeply loving side. Mary Stuart's kissing scene is one of the most wonderfully romantic and intense kissing scenes on film that I've seen, yet it has an innocent quality that makes it all the more special.

    Eric Stoltz and Lea Thompson give excellent performances as well, with good acting and both are able to highlight dialogue with subtle nuances. However, I feel that Mary Stuart's character is the most interesting and emotionally sensitive, enough that she'll bring tears to your eyes. This is an excellent film. It came out at a time when there were a lot of teen movies (Pretty in Pink, The Breakfast Club, etc.), but this is a story that never grows old and is a pleasure to watch again.
    7claudio_carvalho

    Another Gem from the Wonderful 80´s

    The teenager Keith (Eric Stoltz) is a high-school student and mechanic that lives with his working class family. His father´s ambition is that Keith goes to college but it not his priority since he loves Arts. His best friend is the tomboy Watts (Mary Stuart Masterson) and the girl of his dreams is the popular Amanda (Lea Thompson). When she breaks up with his wealthy boyfriend Hardy Jenns (Craig Sheffer), Keith invites Amanda to date and she accepts to get even of Hardy. But the rich boy plans a scheme to humiliate the couple with his friends. Meanwhile Watts discovers her true feelings for Keith.

    "Some Kind of Wonderful" is another gem from the wonderful 80´s. This feature presents a successful young generation of actors and actresses and it is highly nostalgic and entertaining to watch it again thirty and something years after its release. My vote is seven.

    Title (Brazil): "Alguém Muito Especial" ("Someone Very Special")
    10jane-42

    One of the best of John Hughes films.

    I know it's not as well known, but this film came together so well that it can't be denied. A great mix of comedy and teen melodrama, this film perfectly combined all the best elements of a John Hughes film. By switching the sexes- Eric Stoltz as Molly Ringwald, and Mary Stuart Masterson as Jon Cryer- of "Pretty in Pink", the film delves deeper than "The Breakfast Club"- almost accidentally. The chemistry between Stolz and Masterson is powerful and real, something missing in almost all John Hughes films, and it pays off. This one has stayed with me since it came out, and I've watched it since and it holds up really well. Great supporting actors like John Ashton and Elias Koteaus provide fun comedy breaks, and little Candace Cameron as the little sister is terrific too- she went on to great TV fame. But the strength of the film is the fine acting. Stoltz has the harder more thankless role, and gives it a depth and charm that are a relief to see, and Masterson all but steals the movie. Together they are John Hughes best couple, even though he didn't direct this film.
    10wileykylie

    Role models, social conscience, and a fab soundtrack

    As a twelve year old girl, I had a hard time finding role models. I lived on the outskirts of what was basically a country club neighborhood, but was not that kind of gal. So I found it wonderfully refreshing to find a role model in the pre-"Girl-Power" girl power of Watts. I fell in love along side her (and to this day, harbor a special place in my heart for Eric Stoltz), begged my parents to let me learn the drums, and knew every line by heart. She was tough, witty, and (according to my older brother) incredibly sexy. Eric Stoltz is dreamy in a working class kind of way and puts in a performance of true depth and character. This movie has heart without being sickly sweet. It delves into family relationships, friendships, and romance. Most notably, it tackles something that the current teen fair seems to lack, social consciousness. It's not afraid to break stereotypes or point out social injustice. Not to mention, it has one of the best soundtracks of the '80s. I give it an A++!!!
    7MichaelMovieLoft

    Stop calling me Clifford

    Some Kind Of Wonderful tanked at the box office when it came out, but the truth is this sleeper hit was actually good. And I will even go far saying that this reverse Pretty In Pink is better than Pretty In Pink itself. Why? Good, honest performaces. Hughes decides to leave his Brat Packers behind and went with great choices in Eric Stoltz (who could've gave John Cusack a run for his money in the Teen Angst movie department), Lea Thompson and Mary Stewart Masterson, who steals the show as Watts. Sure the story is run of the mill, but it is the acting that pulls it through. Another good thing is that Thompson's character of Amanda Jones doesn't come off as being a snooty brat (for use of a better word). She is from the same part of town like Keith and tries to fit in with the 'cool' clique. Another good supporting performance is Duncan, the headbanger who is a regular in detention. I love how they forge a friendship through their art. And who can forget how Duncan and the lifers help Keith make his date with Amanda a success? One other thing I like is the soundtrack. It doesn't sound commerical like in other Hughes films. The music really suits every scenes it shows up in (especially the end credits that feature Lick The Tins take on 'Can't Help Falling In Love'). Molly Ringwald reportedly turned down a role in this film, but it's good that she did because I couldn't picture her in this classic. Great film.

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    • Trivia
      Elias Koteas improvised much of his lines and actions. When Duncan puts his head on Amanda's shoulder, Lea Thompson's surprised laugh was real.
    • Goofs
      During the party scene at Hardy's house, after Keith wrestles with Hardy, Keith's hair color and style change after they're separated.
    • Quotes

      Watts: [putting on Keith's diamond earrings] What do you think?

      Keith: You look good wearing my future.

    • Alternate versions
      UK theatrical version was cut (ca. 3 sec) to secure a 'PG' rating. Uncut version was released on video with a '15' rating. In 2002 the film was resubmitted to the BBFC and rated '12'.
    • Connections
      Featured in Siskel & Ebert & the Movies: Tin Men/Some Kind of Wonderful/Angel Heart/A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: The Dream Warriors (1987)
    • Soundtracks
      Do Anything
      Written & Performed by Pete Shelley

      Produced by Stephen Hague

      Courtesy of Phonogram Ltd.

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    • Release date
      • November 12, 1987 (West Germany)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Alguien maravilloso
    • Filming locations
      • 1441 W. I Street, Wilmington, Los Angeles, California, USA(Keith's house)
    • Production companies
      • Paramount Pictures
      • Hughes Entertainment
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $18,553,948
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $3,486,701
      • Mar 1, 1987
    • Gross worldwide
      • $18,553,948
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 35 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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