The Big Split (1999)
Writer/director Martin Hynes also stars in this romantic comedy, in which love springs from the ruins of a failed marriage. Frank (Hynes) is a composer who works as a driving instructor to pay his bills. Tracy (Judy Greer) is a New York-born documentary filmmaker who is learning to drive. Soon the two are engaged, much to the astonishment of their friends. At the reception, the marriage gets off to a rocky start when Frank refuses to dance. Later, Tracy's own quirks begin to manifest themselves, such as not sleeping in the same bed as her husband and not wanting to introduce herself as his wife. After three months, they call it quits. But they soon realize that lingering affection remains, and they cautiously try one more time.
Director: Martin Hynes
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Runtime: 90 min
Release Date: October 23, 1999
Cast
- Martin Hynes - Frank
- Judy Greer - Tracy
- Darryl McCane - Lyle
- Rachel True - Jenny
- Maggie Baird - Tracy's Mom
- Casey Lee - Lyle's Brother
- Lindsay Price - Tracy's Friend
- Cristine Rose
Screenplay
- Martin Hynes (Story)
Production: Crossroads Films, Kramer-Tornell Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Martin Hynes
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Big Split about?
- Writer/director Martin Hynes also stars in this romantic comedy, in which love springs from the ruins of a failed marriage. Frank (Hynes) is a composer who works as a driving instructor to pay his bills. Tracy (Judy Greer) is a New York-born documentary filmmaker who is learning to drive. Soon the two are engaged, much to the astonishment of their friends. At the reception, the marriage gets off to a rocky start when Frank refuses to dance. Later, Tracy's own quirks begin to manifest themselves, such as not sleeping in the same bed as her husband and not wanting to introduce herself as his wife. After three months, they call it quits. But they soon realize that lingering affection remains, and they cautiously try one more time.
- Who directed The Big Split?
- The Big Split was directed by Martin Hynes.
- Who stars in The Big Split?
- The Big Split stars Martin Hynes, Judy Greer, Darryl McCane, Rachel True, Maggie Baird, Casey Lee.
- How long is The Big Split?
- The Big Split has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is The Big Split?
- The Big Split is a Comedy, Romance film.
- Where was The Big Split produced?
- The Big Split was produced in United States of America.