About You Again

You Again is a 2010 American comedy film produced by John J. Strauss and Eric Tannenbaum and directed by Andy Fickman. The movie tells a story of successful PR pro Marni, who heads home for her older brother's wedding, only to discover that he's marrying her high school arch-nemesis, Joanna, who's conveniently forgotten who Marni is. Also, Marni's mother recognizes Joanna's mother as her own high school rival. The battles to gain the respect they felt they deserved in high school come to the forefront. The plot follows a series of comic events and confrontations involving Marni, Joanna, and their families.

Making / Production

The film was shot by cinematographer David Hennings and edited by David Rennie. The costumes for the film were designed by Genevieve Tyrrell. Filming took place in locations including Los Angeles, California, and featured several stately homes and lavish sets to depict the upper-middle-class setting of the story.

Actors

• Kristen Bell played Marni, a successful PR executive. Her performance was applauded for her comedic timing and expressiveness.
• Odette Annable portrayed Joanna, Marni's high school nemesis. Annable was praised for her ability to balance sensitivity with sarcasm in her performance.
• Jamie Lee Curtis filled the role of Gail, Marni's mother. Curtis enthralled the audiences with her timeless charm and wit.
• Sigourney Weaver played Ramona, Joanna's aunt. Weaver sparkled in her role, exhibiting both glamour and a fiercely competitive nature.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• You Again is the second film where Kristen Bell and Sigourney Weaver have starred together, the first being the 2009 film 'Serious Moonlight'.
• Jamie Lee Curtis and Sigourney Weaver wore the same dress to the film’s premiere, as a nod to a scene in the film itself.
• The movie was a commercial success, grossing over $32 million worldwide.

Quotes

• "What doesn't kill us, might kill you" - Marni
• "If I met my mother when she was in high school, I would have never talked to her" - Marni
• "You were once a nemesis, but now, you are just a mess-sis." - Gail

Music, Soundtrack

• The film’s score was composed by Nathan Wang.
• Some memorable songs from the soundtrack include "We are the champions," "Barracuda" and "Time of My Life".