The Anniversary Party

2001, Comedy/Gay & lesbian, 1h 55m

113 Reviews 5,000+ Ratings

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This Party features a killer cast and many funny scenes, but the movie feels like nothing more than an excuse for the actors to emote. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

In the next 24 hours, Joe (Alan Cumming) and Sally Therrian's (Jennifer Jason Leigh) roller-coaster marriage will go through an unexpected transformation - witnessed and abetted by their closest friends at an anniversary party that will not soon be forgotten. As the party games grow serious, what becomes clear is that Joe and Sally stand on the precipice of change, asking the questions facing all modern relationships.
  • Rating:
    R (Language|Drug Use|Nudity)
  • Genre:
    Comedy, Gay & lesbian
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Jennifer Jason Leigh, Alan Cumming
  • Producer:
    Jennifer Jason Leigh, Alan Cumming, JoAnne Sellar
  • Writer:
    Jennifer Jason Leigh, Alan Cumming
  • Release Date (Theaters):
     wide
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $4.1M
  • Runtime:
  • Distributor:
    Fine Line Features
  • Production Co:
    Ghoulardi Film Company, Pas de Quoi, Fine Line Features
  • Sound Mix:
    Dolby SR, Dolby Digital, Dolby Stereo
  • Aspect Ratio:
    Flat (1.85:1)

Cast & Crew

Alan Cumming
Joe Therrian
Jennifer Jason Leigh
Sally Therrian
Steven Freedman
Yoga Instructor
Clara Demedrano
Rosa
John Benjamin Hickey
Jerry Adams
Parker Posey
Judy Adams
Owen Kline
Jack Gold
Jennifer Jason Leigh
Director
Alan Cumming
Director
Jennifer Jason Leigh
Writer
Alan Cumming
Writer
Jennifer Jason Leigh
Producer
Alan Cumming
Producer
JoAnne Sellar
Producer
Carol Littleton
Film Editor
John Bailey
Director of Photography
Michael Penn
Original Music
Christopher Lawrence
Costume Designer
Robin Urdang
Music Supervisor
William Paul Clark
First Assistant Director
Emma Fairley
Set Decoration
Pamela Alch
Script Supervisor
Janet Costner
Location Manager
Tina Roesler Kerwin
Key Makeup Artist
Lori Guidroz
Key Hair Stylist
Paul Rabjohns
Music Editor
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Critic Reviews for The Anniversary Party

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Audience Reviews for The Anniversary Party

  • Dec 23, 2009
    This is what happens when you let just anyone direct films...films like these.
    Joseph E Super Reviewer
  • Nov 28, 2009
    Don't let the fact that the title contains the word "party" fool you.
    Ed K Super Reviewer
  • Apr 12, 2008
    There's something quite unusual about this movie. It's like the Big Chill for the new millenium.
    Sunil J Super Reviewer
  • Nov 20, 2006
    I really liked it the first time I saw it. Not so much the second time.
    Michael G Super Reviewer
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