Synopsis
'Chasing Amy' is a 1997 romantic comedy-drama written and directed by Kevin Smith. The film follows a male comic artist who falls in love with a lesbian, which causes turmoil in his personal and professional life.
Why Watch It
Kevin Smith's sharp, funny deconstruction of male desire and self-deception plays out across comic book store conversations and Jersey rooftops with genuine wit and surprising emotional weight. Ben Affleck and Joey Lauren Adams spark complicated chemistry, while Smith's script fearlessly interrogates what it means when wanting someone isn't enough. A 90s indie gem that's still one of his best films.
Did You Know?
- Kevin Smith wrote the script in just two weeks.
- The film was originally titled 'Girlfriend'.
- The movie was made on a budget of only $250,000.
- Despite the low budget, it grossed over $12 million worldwide.
- Joey Lauren Adams won a Golden Globe nomination for her role.
Iconic Quotes
- You are the epitome of meekness.
- Why do I get the feeling we've just cheated on each other?
- I love you. I always will. Know that.
- I'm just having a little girl trouble.
- I'm not going to let anyone put me in a box.
