About When We First Met

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• Making / Production
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About

When We First Met is a comedy film released in 2018. Directed by Ari Sandel, the film stars Adam Devine, Alexandra Daddario, and Shelley Hennig. The movie tells the story of Noah (played by Adam Devine), who falls in love with Avery (played by Alexandra Daddario) at a Halloween party. However, Avery sees Noah as only a friend, and she eventually becomes engaged to another man. Three years later, Noah discovers a magical photo booth that allows him to travel back in time and try to win Avery's heart.

The plot follows Noah as he takes multiple attempts to change the course of their relationship. He goes back in time to the night they met and tries different approaches to make Avery fall in love with him. However, each attempt only results in different comedic and unexpected outcomes.

Making / Production

When We First Met was produced by Wonderland Sound and Vision, a production company founded by McG. The screenplay was written by John Whittington. The film was shot in New Orleans, Louisiana, and it had a production budget of $10 million.

The movie combines elements of romance, comedy, and time travel, creating a unique and entertaining story. The production team focused on creating a visually captivating experience, utilizing creative set designs, costumes, and special effects to bring the time travel sequences to life.

Actors

• Adam Devine as Noah - Noah is the main character who tries to win the heart of Avery by time traveling.
• Alexandra Daddario as Avery - Avery is the woman Noah falls in love with, but who sees him only as a friend.
• Shelley Hennig as Carrie - Carrie is Noah's best friend, who provides support and advice throughout the film.
• Robbie Amell as Ethan - Ethan is Avery's fiancé, whom she meets after the events of the Halloween party.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film was initially titled "When We First Met: The Epic Quest for Avery's Heart."
• Adam Devine and Alexandra Daddario previously worked together in the film "Baywatch" (2017).
• The photo booth used in the movie is an actual functioning vintage booth from the 1960s.
• Amy Schumer was originally considered for the role of Avery.

Awards

When We First Met did not win any major awards, but it was well-received by audiences and gained a following as a lighthearted romantic comedy.

Quotes

• Noah: "I've known Avery for three years, and I've been in love with her for practically a lifetime."
• Carrie: "If you want her to see you differently, you have to show her you're different."
• Noah: "Every time I try to change things, it just gets worse."

Music, Soundtrack

The soundtrack for When We First Met features a mix of popular songs from various genres. The film includes songs such as "I Want To Dance With Somebody" by Whitney Houston, "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)" by The Proclaimers, and "Home" by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros.