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Wristcutters: A Love Story 2007

★ 7.0613 votes88 min📅 2007-10-19

"Life is a trip, but the afterlife is one hell of a ride."

In *Wristcutters: A Love Story* (2007), director Goran Dukić crafts a bittersweet dark comedy-drama that flips the afterlife into a bizarrely familiar yet bleak purgatory.

Director: Goran Dukić

Cast

Patrick Fugit
Patrick Fugit
Zia
Shannyn Sossamon
Shannyn Sossamon
Mikal
Shea Whigham
Shea Whigham
Eugene
Leslie Bibb
Leslie Bibb
Desiree
Mikal P. Lazarev
Mikal P. Lazarev
Nanuk
Mark Boone Junior
Mark Boone Junior
Mike
Abraham Benrubi
Abraham Benrubi
Erik
Mary Pat Gleason
Mary Pat Gleason
Eugene's Mother
Clayne Crawford
Clayne Crawford
Jim
Anthony Azizi
Anthony Azizi
Hassan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *Wristcutters: A Love Story* (2007) about?

The film follows Zia, a man who discovers an eerie afterlife mirroring his old life—only duller—after attempting suicide. When he learns his ex has done the same, he sets off on a road trip to find her in this strange, static world.

Who directed *Wristcutters: A Love Story*?

Goran Dukić directed this quirky blend of comedy, drama, and fantasy.

Who stars in *Wristcutters: A Love Story*?

The core cast includes Patrick Fugit, Shannyn Sossamon, Shea Whigham, Leslie Bibb, and Mark Boone Junior.

Is *Wristcutters: A Love Story* (2007) worth watching?

With its indie spirit and offbeat premise, the film offers a refreshing mix of humor and heartache. While not for everyone, its unique tone and performances make it a cult favorite worth checking out.

How long is *Wristcutters: A Love Story*?

The film runs 88 minutes, or just under an hour and a half of darkly comedic, emotionally layered storytelling.

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About Wristcutters: A Love Story (2007) — A Dark Comedy About Love in the Afterlife

In *Wristcutters: A Love Story* (2007), director Goran Dukić crafts a bittersweet dark comedy-drama that flips the afterlife into a bizarrely familiar yet bleak purgatory. Following a painful breakup, Zia (Patrick Fugit) takes a desperate leap into the unknown—only to land in a surreal limbo that mirrors his old life, but stripped of its shine. When he learns his ex (Shannyn Sossamon) has made the same fateful choice, he embarks on a quirky cross-country journey to reunite with her, navigating a world where the dead still cling to their pasts.

This offbeat gem blends humor with melancholy, exploring themes of love, loss, and the messy aftermath of heartbreak. With its indie charm and deadpan wit, the film lingers like a fond yet uneasy dream, offering a unique take on romance that feels equal parts tragic and hilarious.