What a Man Poster
39
metacriticBased on 6 Critics
65
Based on 2 Users

Release Date: November 30th, 2012

R|1 hr 35 min

Plot Summary
A schoolteacher (Matthias Schweighöfer) tries to reveal his macho side after his girlfriend dumps him for a hunky neighbor.

Cast: Matthias Schweighöfer, Sibel Kekilli, Elyas M'Barek, Mavie Hörbiger, Theresa Underberg, Milan Peschel, Thomas Kretschmann, Nora Jokhosha

Director: Matthias Schweighöfer

Genres: Romantic comedy

Production Co: Fox International, Pantaleon Films

Distributors: 20th Century Fox Intl., Paladin

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Ratings & Reviews

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  • 60
    The New York Times

    It may hit all-too-familiar notes, but its sureness of tone makes Mr. Schweighöfer a talent to watch. show more

  • 50
    Frank ScheckThe Hollywood Reporter

    While the idea of a German romantic comedy may seem like an oxymoron, What a Man proves an amiable diversion that at least has the distinction of not starring Katherine Heigl or Kate Hudson. show more

  • 38
    Farran Smith NehmeNew York Post

    The plot is predictable, as complications line up like jets awaiting takeoff. Even the camera work is predictable: The attractive-girl's-scary-boyfriend-suddenly-pops-up shot; the morning-after, face-in-the-pillow shot. show more

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