Love Hurts
“A painfully romantic comedy.”
Synopsis
After his wife leaves him, middle-aged Ben Bingham slips into a funk and refuses to change out of his pajamas. Justin, Ben's 17-year-old son, has the cure for what ails his depressed dad: he gives Ben a makeover and pushes him out into the singles scene. Soon Ben is the most popular guy in town, but when Justin falls in love for the first time, Ben must refocus his priorities and set about trying to win back his wife.
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Richard E. Grant
Ben Bingham
Carrie-Anne Moss
Amanda Bingham
Johnny Pacar
Justin Bingham
Jenna Elfman
Darlene
Janeane Garofalo
Hannah Rosenbloom
Camryn Manheim
Gloria
Caroline Aaron
Wanda
Jeffrey Nordling
Curtis
Elvina Beck
Zoe
Max Van Ville
Trev
Marcella Lentz-Pope
Kat
Rita Rudner
Dr. Lisa Levanthorp
Olga Fonda
Valeriya
Pamela Mattioli
Melissa
Paula Mattioli
Mallory
Melissa Keller
Ingrid
Angela Sarafyan
Layla
Robin McDonald
Sally
Release History & Theatrical Window
Temecula Valley International Film and Music Festival
Festival / Special Debut
January 11, 2011
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Barra Grant
- Screenplay & Story
- Barra Grant
- Original Score
- Mark Adler
- Original Title
- Love Hurts
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Pageant Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Barra Grant
Barra Grant
Mark Adler
Alan Caso
Roger Bondelli
Sara Mattison, Brian Reilly, Laura Hopper
Department Leadership Roster
Sara Mattison
Producer
Brian Reilly
Producer
Barra Grant
Director
Alan Caso
Director of Photography
Roger Bondelli
Editor
Barra Grant
Screenplay
Dina Lipton
Production Design
Johanna Argan
Costume Design
Mark Adler
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Love Hurts
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Love Hurts about?
After his wife leaves him, middle-aged Ben Bingham slips into a funk and refuses to change out of his pajamas. Justin, Ben's 17-year-old son, has the cure for what ails his depressed dad: he gives Ben a makeover and pushes him out into the singles scene. Soon Ben is the most popular guy in town, but when Justin falls in love for the first time, Ben must refocus his priorities and set about trying to win back his wife.
Who directed Love Hurts?
Love Hurts was directed by Barra Grant.
Who stars in Love Hurts?
The principal cast of Love Hurts includes Richard E. Grant, Carrie-Anne Moss, Johnny Pacar, Jenna Elfman, Janeane Garofalo.
When was Love Hurts released and how long is it?
Love Hurts was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Love Hurts?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Love Hurts was composed by Mark Adler.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Love Hurts?
Love Hurts holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).