The Night Before

About The Night Before

"The Night Before" is a comedic movie released in 2015, just in time for the holiday season. Directed by Jonathan Levine, this film follows the story of three lifelong friends – Ethan (Joseph Gordon-Levitt), Isaac (Seth Rogen), and Chris (Anthony Mackie), who have gathered on Christmas Eve for a decade-long tradition of celebrating together. As they realize they are becoming too old for this tradition, they decide to make their final party the most memorable one.

Making / Production

This film was directed by Jonathan Levine and written by Levine, Kyle Hunter, Ariel Shaffir, and Evan Goldberg. It was produced by Sony Pictures Entertainment, Point Grey, and Good Universe. The creators wanted to make a comedy film that would become a modern-age holiday classic and touch upon the themes of friendship, maturity, and the magic of Christmas.

Actors

• Joseph Gordon-Levitt as Ethan - Gordon-Levitt perfectly portrays the character of Ethan, a struggling musician trying to find his way in life.
• Seth Rogen as Isaac - Rogen brings his well-known humor to the role of Isaac, a soon-to-be father overwhelmed by the pending responsibilities.
• Anthony Mackie as Chris - Mackie plays an up-and-coming sports star who struggles to balance his fame with his personal relationships.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is not based on a novel or comic but comes from an original screenplay by Jonathan Levine.
• The film has several cameos, including American rapper Kanye West and actress Miley Cyrus, who contribute to the film's humor and Christmas spirit.

Awards

While not a critically acclaimed film, "The Night Before" was nominated for Best Comedy at the Golden Trailer Awards in 2016.

Quotes

• "You have been such a rock throughout this whole pregnancy. You're like my Dwayne Johnson." - Betsy
• "We did not kill Jesus! We have no idea where he is!" – Isaac

Music, Soundtrack

• The movie features a great selection of holiday tracks, including "Christmas in Hollis" by RUN-DMC
• "Wrecking Ball" by Miley Cyrus, performed by Cyrus herself in a cameo role at a party scene.
• The official soundtrack includes a variety of artists and genres, adding to the film's humorous and festive atmosphere.