Hugh Grant stars as a bachelor who proudly admits his selfishness and embraces his independent lifestyle. But when a scheme to meet attractive single mothers backfires, he finds himself in the unwanted position of being a role model to a 12-year-old boy. Their relationship changes his life. Toni Collette, Rachel Weisz and Nicholas Hoult also star in this comedy based on the novel by Nick Hornby (High Fidelity).

Chris Weitz/Paul Weitz---USA/Great Britain---2002---101 mins.

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