About Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules is a 2011 American comedy film directed by David Bowers, following the story of Greg Heffley, a young boy who is returning to school after summer vacations. The movie is a sequel to the 2010 film "Diary of a Wimpy Kid". The plot primarily focuses on the relationship between Greg and his older brother Rodrick Heffley. The film effectively showcases the bond, rivalry, pranks, and, most of all, the rules set forth by Rodrick.

Making / Production

The film was produced by 20th Century Fox, Color Force, and Dune Entertainment. David Bowers directed the movie, and Gabe Sachs and Jeff Judah penned the screenplay. The film was shot in Vancouver, Canada.

Actors

• Zachary Gordon as Greg Heffley - He reprised the role and inhabits the character very realistically with his excellent performance.
• Devon Bostick as Rodrick Heffley - Bostick masterfully plays the notorious older brother, Rodrick.
• Robert Capron as Rowley Jefferson - Robert brilliantly portrayed Greg's best friend, Rowley, with genuine innocence and charm.
• Rachael Harris as Susan Heffley - Rachael successfully captures the loving yet sometimes clueless maternal figure.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• Although the movie and the book have the same basic concept, many of the events happen differently in each version.
• This is the first sequel to retain the same lead cast from the original film.
• The role of Coach Malone in the movie is played by Andrew McNee, who is also the drama teacher of Greg Heffley.

Quotes

• Greg: "I'll be famous one day, but for now, I'm stuck in middle school with a bunch of morons."
• Rodrick: "Don't talk to anyone, don't touch anything, don't do anything, don't interact with anyone, and try not to look at anybody."

Music, Soundtrack

• Original music for the movie was composed by Edward Shearmur.
• "Baby" by Justin Bieber ft. Ludacris was featured in the film during Rodrick's party.
• The film's soundtrack also includes The Ramones' "Blitzkrieg Bop" and The Ting Tings' "That's Not My Name.