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Blue State

  • 2007
  • R
  • 1h 28m
IMDb RATING
5.9/10
2.5K
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Anna Paquin and Breckin Meyer in Blue State (2007)
ComedyDramaRomance

BLUE STATE is a romantic comedy about a disgruntled Democrat who actually follows through on a drunken campaign promise to move to Canada if George "Dubya" Bush gets re-elected.BLUE STATE is a romantic comedy about a disgruntled Democrat who actually follows through on a drunken campaign promise to move to Canada if George "Dubya" Bush gets re-elected.BLUE STATE is a romantic comedy about a disgruntled Democrat who actually follows through on a drunken campaign promise to move to Canada if George "Dubya" Bush gets re-elected.

  • Director
    • Marshall Lewy
  • Writer
    • Marshall Lewy
  • Stars
    • Breckin Meyer
    • Anna Paquin
    • Joyce Krenz
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    5.9/10
    2.5K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Marshall Lewy
    • Writer
      • Marshall Lewy
    • Stars
      • Breckin Meyer
      • Anna Paquin
      • Joyce Krenz
    • 24User reviews
    • 16Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination total

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    Breckin Meyer
    Breckin Meyer
    • John Logue
    Anna Paquin
    Anna Paquin
    • Chloe Hamon
    Joyce Krenz
    Joyce Krenz
    • Mrs. Logue
    Richard Blackburn
    • Mr. Logue
    Adriana O'Neil
    Adriana O'Neil
    • Gloria O'Neill
    Seun Olagunju
    • Randall
    Bryan Terrell Clark
    Bryan Terrell Clark
    • The Horny American
    • (as Bryan Clark)
    Nicolas Ouellette
    Nicolas Ouellette
    • Hal
    Tim Henry
    Tim Henry
    • Charlie
    James Juce
    • Larry
    Elicia Cronin
    • Sandy
    Judy Cook
    Judy Cook
    • Bride
    Scott Pangman
    • Canadian Guy #1
    Kristjan Harris
    • Artist Type Guy
    Leigh Enns
    Leigh Enns
    • Rebecca
    Sean O'Brian
    Sean O'Brian
    • Pizza Man
    Grace Lynn Kung
    Grace Lynn Kung
    • Esther Yang
    David Stuart Evans
    • Preppy Tech Guy
    • (as David Evans)
    • Director
      • Marshall Lewy
    • Writer
      • Marshall Lewy
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    8inkblot11

    Blue you will not be, for the most of the film, its quite funny but, there is some heart-wrenching drama, too

    Its late in the year 2004 and John (Breckin Meyer) is in despair. After working very hard on John Kerry's presidential campaign, our man John is astounded that "W" was re-elected. Not only this, Johnny promised friends at a bar, during the pre-election period, that he would move to Canada, should Senator Kerry lose. Uh oh. Packing up, John advertises for a travel companion, to help with expenses and for company, as he will be going from California to Winnipeg. Soon, a beautiful young lady, Chloe (Anna Paguin) responds to the ad and agrees to go with John. However, she is rather mysterious about why she is leaving the USA. No matter, off the two go. John is somewhat disappointed that on their first hotel stop, Chloe insists on separate rooms, for he can't deny his interest in the young lady. They also make a stop in Washington to see John's parents, since its "on the way", but, it is a dismal and nerve-jangling visit. This is so because John's political views and eating preferences are the complete opposite of his folks. The two younger people leave in a hurry. As they near the border, Chloe suddenly gets cold feet and some secrets surface, ones that startle John. Will the two make it to Winnipeg, where the woman who runs "marry a Canadian for residency" is waiting for them? This is a wonderful film, with plenty of humor and heart. As the two principal stars, Meyer and Paquin are terrific and compliment each other well. The supporting cast, mostly unknowns, is fine, also. The scenery is vibrantly lovely while the costumes, camera work, and steady direction add much to the movie's success. Then, too, the script is relevant, humorous, and touching, although those with conservative political views may not care for it too much and yank it out of the machine. Nevertheless, it has some interesting points to convey that every viewer can admire, no matter what their persuasion. So, if you love romantic comedy and/or films with an abundance of weighty topics, get this one tonight.
    5sol-

    State of the Nation

    Worried about disappointing the loyal readers of his internet blog, a political activist decides to make good on a promise he made to move to Canada if George W. Bush was reelected in this Canada/US co- production starring Breckin Meyer. The film is overloaded with political debate (and lots of anti-Bush sentiment), however it nevertheless makes Meyer's road trip less a political one and more a journey of self-discovery in which he learns to be proud to be an American while dealing with personal issues that surface after stopping off at his parents' house along the way. He also learns to become more humble throughout, having built up a false self-image as an important person in the political scene purely due to some campaign work and a blog with a smaller audience than he ever realised. What exactly Anna Paquin's character has to do with his self-discovery journey is less clear. Her role in the narrative is awkward from the get-go with Meyer desperate for companionship as he drives up to Canada. Paquin's character admittedly comes with a few twists that one might not see coming, but the romantic tension between the pair is extremely formulaic and subtracts from Meyer's character growth. All in all, 'Blue State' is a film with enough in it to possibly be worth a look, but with a singular protagonist and a tighter story, it may have been a lot more than just that.
    10jpolny08

    Blue State = awesome movie

    I saw this movie at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2007. I think it won the audience award there. The atmosphere in the theater was electric (Anna Paquin, the director and producer were all there). It is a really great movie. I walked out of the theater feeling uplifted by the experience and in a better mood for it. Not only are the performances spot on (I think this is some of Anna Paquin's best work), but the movie manages the rare feat of being both funny, warm and thought-provoking at the same time. I would describe it as part road movie, part romantic comedy - with some acute political commentary thrown in for good measure. This is not, however, a movie that preaches its politics. The (few) political points it does make are balanced and more importantly very funny. The portrayal of Canadians and Americans view of them is hilarious. It's out on DVD and on netflix, etc. so go ahead and see it. You won't regret it. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
    4Mr_Sensitive

    Nothing Stand Out

    At first I find it pretty entertaining, but then after sometime it just keep dragging on and it end up to be pretty much --- boring. I have no idea was the movie about when I first watch it, it seem like a nice independent production movie but in the end it was way too average propaganda movie with an American point of view of Canada.

    The main reason I watch it was because I pretty much familiar with the actors Anna Paquin and Breckin Meyer. Most of their movie is pretty much watchable so I went along with it in this one. The story is so-so; nothing great can be said about it; except it makes Canada look like a really dreadful place and people are very much a freak.

    Nothing much developed during the course of the movie except we get to learn the reasons why they wanted to move to Canada, and the rest is just gap filler. The paces of the film never change but keep constantly slow and somehow not one single moment of memorable scene.

    I say the film might have work a whole lot better with other direction (and better script), cause this is way too simple and boring and nothing much has been added to help to set the mood of the film any better.

    The best of the film got to be the casting and that what might be the only things that attract people to watch this movie. Their acting that was kept me watching it and nothing else.

    Overall it is not a movie I would recommend to anyone, cause it just plain boring and one sided. There are some potential but the film has been made and it is not up to the par.

    Reason To Watch: Anna Paquin and Breckin.

    Reason Not To: Dreadful.

    Rating: 4/10 (Grade: F)
    8very_soggy_cornflakes

    Knee-jerk much?

    The people who ripped into the movie for portraying a one-dimensional Canada or taking potshots at Bush are missing the point.

    Canada as a locale in the movie is merely a convenient shorthand-- it could have been Mexico or the UK or Australia, the point is that it's a foreign country. Calling 'Blue State' "anti-Canadian propaganda" is a bit like calling South Park's portrayal of egghead Canadians "anti-Canadian propaganda".

    And, it may be just me, but I felt that 'Blue State' pokes more fun at the Democrat zealot than of Dubya-- for a considerable portion of the movie, and when he's on tirade-mode, it seems to me that John is portrayed as a sad, almost ridiculous figure.

    That aside, the leads are believable and exhibit romantic chemistry, and make their characters likable. Especially Breckin Meyer-- as written, John is a self-important, uptight person for most of the film, but Meyer imbues his character with humanity.

    Overall a mild political satire and competent, heartfelt romantic road trip.

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    • Trivia
      Anna Paquin is from Winnipeg, their destination in Canada.
    • Goofs
      When John calls his mother to tell her he is in Oregon and on his way to see her, he is filling up his own gas tank. However, Oregon gas stations are all full-serve.
    • Quotes

      [first lines]

      Suburban Man: Can I help you?

      John Logue: Hi, I'm John Logue with the Kerry campaign, and we just want to make sure we get all the voters out there. We have you listed as a strong-leaning Kerry household.

      Suburban Man: I'm voting for Bush.

      John Logue: You are? Sorry, no matter how many times people say that to me, I just can't get over it. It's like I don't have the enzymes to metabolize someone actually saying that to me.

    • Connections
      References Fahrenheit 9/11 (2004)

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    • Release date
      • February 19, 2008 (Canada)
    • Countries of origin
      • Canada
      • United States
    • Official site
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Mavi Eyalet
    • Filming locations
      • Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
    • Production companies
      • Chicken Pictures
      • Eagle Vision
      • Paquin Films
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      • $950,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 28 minutes
    • Color
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