Stateside

R

Released Feb 27, 2004

1 hr. 37 min.

Drama

List

24%

45 Reviews

Tomatometer

60%

1,000+ Ratings

Audience Score

A young man and woman with different backgrounds find their lives crossing in this drama, which is loosely based on a true story. An aspiring performer, Dori (Rachael Leigh Cook) suffers from schizophrenia and is institutionalized. Circumstances result in her meeting Mark (Jonathan Tucker), a wealthy but troubled youth who must serve in the Marines after his role in a serious accident. Although Dori and Mark are separated, they remain committed to having a relationship.

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Critics Consensus

An inept drama that rings false.

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steve d

Cook does a great job but the film is ultimately hollow.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Audience Member

I liked it was a good movie

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/25/23

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Frances H

Good film about two young people who have a lot to overcome before they can be together, told without romantic sentimentality, but very effectively.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

07/08/13

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Audience Member

A very good film. It was so underated but a must see.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/21/23

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Audience Member

This movie is now on my (short) favorite movie of all time list. Johnathan Tucker and Rachael Leigh Cook are delightful as two lost souls who find completion in each other. A modern day Romeo and Juliet - but with a very different ending. Val Kilmer was terrific as the hazzing drill sargent. Ladies, this movie is proof that you should not listen to critics! What do they know about romance! Personally, I'm going to be watching this one again and again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/21/23

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Audience Member

though i enjoyed it a lot & mildly hit close to home, i think it could have been a lot more intense- plot, dialogue & character development.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

02/22/23

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Reverge Anselmo

Director

Rachael Leigh Cook

Dori Lawrence

Jonathan Tucker

Mark Deloach

Agnes Bruckner

Sue Dubois

Val Kilmer

SDI Skeer

Joe Mantegna

Mr. Deloach

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Nell Minow

Movie Mom

Rated: C+

Oct 19, 2004

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Eleanor Ringel Cater

Atlanta Journal-Constitution

The lovers' nonexistent chemistry doesn't generate enough heat to light a match.

Rated: C

May 27, 2004

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Richard Roeper

Ebert & Roeper

It felt authentic ...

May 24, 2004

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Film Threat

Rated: 2.5/5

Dec 6, 2005

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

Well-acted but ultimately bland...

Rated: 2/4

Jan 15, 2005

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Harry Haun

Film Journal International

Stateside has some lopsided storytelling techniques, but emotionally it will get you home.

Aug 8, 2004

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Synopsis

A young man and woman with different backgrounds find their lives crossing in this drama, which is loosely based on a true story. An aspiring performer, Dori (Rachael Leigh Cook) suffers from schizophrenia and is institutionalized. Circumstances result in her meeting Mark (Jonathan Tucker), a wealthy but troubled youth who must serve in the Marines after his role in a serious accident. Although Dori and Mark are separated, they remain committed to having a relationship.

Director: Reverge Anselmo
Executive Producer: Eberhard Kayser
Screenwriter: Reverge Anselmo
Distributor: First Look
Production Co: Seven Hill Pictures, Cinerenta, First Look Media, Overseas Film Group
Rating: R (Sexuality|Drinking|Language|Drug Content)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 27, 2004, Original
Release Date (DVD): Oct 12, 2004
Box Office (Gross USA): $174.3K
Sound Mix: Surround