Max Keeble's Big Move (2001)

About Max Keeble's Big Move

Max Keeble's Big Move is a 2001 American comedy movie directed by Tim Hill. The plot revolves around Max Keeble, a middle school student, who hears that he's moving to a new city in a week. He decides to retaliate against the various bullies and authoritarian figures at his school. However, when his parents decide not to move, Max has to face the consequences of his actions.

Making / Production

The movie was produced by Walt Disney Pictures and directed by Tim Hill. The film was shot in California, primarily in Los Angeles, and had a budget of approximately $25 million. It was released on October 5th, 2001.

Actors

• Alex D. Linz - Max Keeble: He played the role of the mischievous yet sympathetic protagonist who navigates the trials and tribulations of middle school life.
• Larry Miller - Principal Elliot T. Jindrake: He portrayed the overbearing principal who is under pressure to improve the school's academic record.
• Jamie Kennedy - Evil Ice Cream Man: He played the role of the antagonist, who is one of the bullies that Max retaliates against.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This was the first live-action movie directed by Tim Hill, who previously worked on various animated projects like SpongeBob SquarePants.
• Jamie Kennedy, who played the Evil Ice Cream Man, did his own stunts in the movie.
• Alex D. Linz, Larry Miller, and director Tim Hill all share the same birthday, January 6.

Quotes

• "Max Keeble, you're a genius." - Max Keeble
• "I just flavored my flavor!" - Evil Ice Cream Man

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's original soundtrack was composed by Michael Wandmacher.
• The lyrics to the "Max Keeble's Big Move" theme are in Latin and translate to "Max Keeble, you are a genius".