# Say Anything... (1989)

> An earnest Seattle kickboxer risks rejection, family opposition, and an uncertain future to prove himself worthy of the brilliant girl he loves.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1386

## Facts

- Runtime: 100 min
- Genres: Romance, Comedy, Drama
- Director: Cameron Crowe
- Cast: John Cusack, Ione Skye, John Mahoney, Lili Taylor, Amy Brooks, Pamela Adlon, Jason Gould, Loren Dean
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0098258/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, warmhearted, sincere, date night, nostalgic movie night

## Synopsis

A heartfelt exploration of teenage love and the lengths one will go to win a heart.

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