Definitely, Maybe

About Definitely, Maybe (2008)

"Definitely, Maybe" is a romantic comedy-drama film directed by Adam Brooks. The movie features Will Hayes (played by Ryan Reynolds), a dad in the midst of a divorce who narrates to his young daughter Maya about his romantic past with three different women, keeping their identities a secret as Maya tries to guess who eventually became her mother.

Making / Production

Definitely, Maybe was produced by Working Title Films and StudioCanal and distributed by Universal Pictures. The movie was filmed in New York City, capturing the essence of the city with its unique blend of heartbreak, humor, and romance.

Actors

• Ryan Reynolds as Will Hayes - Will is a political consultant and the protagonist of the film. Reynolds delicately balances humor and emotional intensity in his portrayal.
• Abigail Breslin as Maya Hayes - Maya is the inquisitive, precocious daughter of Will. Breslin embodies Maya's zest for life and pursuit of truth with incredible grace.
• Isla Fisher as April Hoffman - One of Will's love interests, Fisher's role is charismatic and passionate, and she shines in her portrayal of a strong, independent woman.
• Rachel Weisz as Summer Hartley - Summer is another of Will's love interests. Weisz gives a compelling performance as a complex and intriguing character.
• Elizabeth Banks as Emily - Emily is Will's college sweetheart, and Banks portrays her as lovable and sincere.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie is set in New York City, but some of its scenes were shot in London.
• Isla Fisher's character April works for The New Yorker magazine, which is a reference to the fact that Fisher herself used to work as a writer in real life.
• Ryan Reynolds and Abigail Breslin would later reunite in the film "The Change-Up".

Awards

The film was nominated for the 2008 Teen Choice Award for Choice Movie: Date Movie.

Quotes

• "I had two serious girlfriends... and then some other smattering of other women."
• "What if you pick the wrong one?"
• "I love you, too, but I'm going to mace you in the face."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Everyday People" by Sly & The Family Stone
• "The Boy with the Arab Strap" by Belle & Sebastian
• "Lives" by Modest Mouse
• "Northern Sky" by Nick Drake