Liam Gaughan is a writer at Collider with a passion for classic films and the work of Steven Spielberg and Martin Scorsese.
The Big Picture A challenge that many movie stars face as they enter the second stage of their careers is managing to retain their leading roles whilst finding a way to reinvent the persona that they’re often associated with. That challenge is certainly exacerbated for actors like Michael Douglas, who broke out in the industry thanks to a series of energetic, scene-stealing performances in films like Wall Street and Falling Down.
Although Grady has earned the respect of an avid student body that enjoys his lectures, Douglas does a great job at showing a matured state of arrested development. Grady has essentially put off all responsibilities, choosing to pursue life with the same carefree attitude that his students do; between smoking marijuana and avoiding the attention of his idiosyncratic agent Terry Crabtree , Grady is clearly chasing the lifestyle of a much younger man.
'Wonder Boys' Shows Douglas' Versatility as a Performer Close While it's ostensibly a grounded drama about interpersonal relationships, Wonder Boys incorporates some elements of the comedy noir genre that make Douglas’ performance more impressive. After a party at the Chancellor’s house, Grady discovers that James had both shot his employer’s dog and stolen some valuable pieces of Old Hollywood memorabilia.
The Release of 'Wonder Boys' Was Mishandled Wonder Boys was met with critical acclaim upon its initial release, with Roger Ebert naming it as one of the ten best movies of 2000. Unfortunately, Wonder Boys failed to make a significant dent at the box office due to an unusual marketing campaign, which failed to call attention to its more mainstream qualities.
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