About The Cobbler

The Cobbler is a 2014 American magic realism comedy-drama film directed by Tom McCarthy and co-written by McCarthy with Paul Sado. The story revolves around a cobbler, Max Simkin, who discovers that he has the ability to step into the lives of his customers and see the world in a different way. As his typical day turns topsy-turvy, he finds not only a newfound appreciation for his profession but also the key to a better life.

Making / Production

The film was co-produced by Adam Sandler's production company, Happy Madison Productions, among others. Principal photography commenced in 2013 and the filming took place in New York City. The film was shot under the working title 'Instant Magic'.

Actors

• Adam Sandler as Max Simkin: Plays the title character, Max Simkin, a cobbler in New York City's Lower East Side, who is disenchanted with his unchanging life until he discovers a magical sewing machine.
• Dan Stevens as Emiliano: Emiliano is a charismatic and mysterious character who adds an interesting dynamic to Max's journey.
• Dustin Hoffman as Abraham Simkin: As Max's father, Dustin Hoffman delivers an engaging performance that adds depth to the narrative.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film's script was placed on the Black List, a list of the best unproduced scripts, in 2012.
• The film contains many quirky details about the cobbler trade, a profession not commonly highlighted in films.
• Despite the majority of the film being set in New York, some scenes were shot in Brooklyn.

Quotes

• "In walking in another man's shoes, you'll find it's the person you become on the journey that's the reward."
• "You can't run away from your problems, when they can't even keep up."

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's score was composed by John Debney and Nick Urata. Their score uses music to further immerse viewers in Max's transformation and the magical realism of the story.
• The soundtrack features several popular songs, including classics as well as some modern tracks, complementing the various scenarios and characters Max encounters.