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Ruby Sparks is a 2012 American romantic comedy-drama film directed by Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris. The narrative follows a struggling novelist, played by Paul Dano, who discovers that the fictional female protagonist he is writing about has physically manifested in his apartment. Written by co-star Zoe Kazan, the film serves as a meta-commentary on the creative writing process and the dynamics of romantic control.
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What is the plot of Ruby Sparks?
Struggling novelist Calvin Weir-Fields, played by Paul Dano, writes about an ideal woman named Ruby Sparks, played by Zoe Kazan, and she suddenly becomes real. Calvin then discovers that what he types on his manual typewriter can control Ruby's behavior.
Who wrote and directed Ruby Sparks?
Zoe Kazan wrote the screenplay and stars as Ruby, while Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris directed the 2012 film. Paul Dano plays Calvin, with Antonio Banderas and Annette Bening in supporting roles.
Is Ruby Sparks based on a book?
No, it is an original screenplay by Zoe Kazan rather than a film adaptation of a novel. Bona Fide Productions made it and Fox Searchlight distributed it, with a runtime of 104 minutes.
What genre is Ruby Sparks?
It is a 2012 romantic comedy-drama with fantasy elements, built around a writer who manifests a fictional character. The story uses that supernatural premise to examine idealization, authorship, and control in a relationship.
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