# 50/50 (2011)

> A young radio writer facing spinal cancer discovers that friendship, family, and honest emotional connection matter more than his carefully managed independence.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/26011

## Facts

- Runtime: 100 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Jonathan Levine
- Cast: Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen, Anna Kendrick, Bryce Dallas Howard, Anjelica Huston, Serge Houde, Philip Baker Hall, Matt Frewer
- TMDB rating: 7.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1306980/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, raunchy, sincere, reflective movie night, date night

## Synopsis

A young man faces the ultimate test of friendship and resilience as he battles cancer with humor and heart.

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