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The Fault in Our Stars
Fox 2000 Pictures Fox 2000 Pictures
Temple Hill Entertainment Temple Hill Entertainment
TSG Entertainment TSG Entertainment

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The Fault in Our Stars

Life doesn't have to be perfect for love to be extraordinary.

2014 126 min ★ 7.6 (11,668) Released
Drama Romance

Despite the tumor-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But when a patient named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten.

Original title
The Fault in Our Stars
Language
EN
Country
US
Budget
$14,000,000
Revenue
$307,166,834
Reviews & Ratings 4
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RalphRahal

Mar 5, 2025 · via TMDB

★ 9.0

"The Fault in Our Stars" manages to strike a delicate balance. It's a film centered on a difficult subject, yet it avoids feeling manipulative. The strength of the narrative lies in its grounded approach. The story, adapted from John Green's novel, explores the lives of young people navigating serious illness with a refreshing honesty. The direction keeps the focus firmly on the characters, allowing their relationships and struggles to resonate. The cinematography, while subtle, creates an intimate and believable world. Shailene Woodley delivers a powerful performance, anchoring the film with her nuanced portrayal of Hazel. Ansel Elgort, alongside her, creates a believable and touching romantic connection. Even in his smaller role, Willem Dafoe adds a layer of depth. The script is a major asset, offering realistic and emotionally impactful dialogue. The soundtrack effectively amplifies the film's emotional beats, contributing to the overall atmosphere without overpowering the narrative. In essence, "The Fault in Our Stars" is a compelling film that handles its sensitive subject matter with sincerity. It's a story that stays with you, thanks to strong performances, a well-crafted script, and thoughtful direction. It succeeds in creating a moving experience that transcends typical teen romance tropes.

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CinemaSerf

Mar 14, 2024 · via TMDB

★ 6.0

Ok, yes - it's cheesy and at times quite nauseatingly sentimental, but it is also at times quite a touching story as two determined people who meet over a gentle meal of chemotherapy. "Hazel" (Shailene Woodley) - never without her portable oxygen cyclinder - attends a support group where she encounters the ostensibly recovered "Gus" (Ansel Elgort) who has turned up to support his blind best friend "Isaac" (Nat Wolff). They both have a certain disdain for "process" and a fondness for reading. It's that latter fascination that leads them to write to the author of their favourite book. They are surprised when they not only receive a reply, but the offer of an all expenses paid trip to Amsterdam to meet him! She has to convince her parents (Laura Dern and Sam Trammell) that it's a goer, and then off they go for a bonding exercise that introduces them to a Willem Dafoe who really does challenge their ideals. The story then takes quite a dramatic twist, changing the dynamic between the couple somewhat and it's at this point we start to sniff that sweet small of melodrama and the plot hits the heart-string tugging skids a bit. There's a degree of chemistry between the two actors and Dafoe also turns in quite well for his one or two scenes but the rest of it meanders just a bit too much. It's over two hours long, and there's far too much time spent on lacklustre character development. Everyone is easy on the eye and I didn't hate it, it's just a little too sugary for me. If anyone wants to rehearse my eulogy with me, do let me know.

Reno

Reno

Nov 12, 2014 · via TMDB

★ 8.0

The director might be soaring after back to back success. Interestingly, both the films dealt with writers, but the main themes were romance. He's just a two movie old and now the movie goers can expect eagerly for his next venture. This movie was based on the teen novel of the same name about a 16-years-old cancer patient. Hazel Grace, who is battling between life and death is also a strong fighter against all the odds. When her mother sends her to attend the group therapy she meets Augustus Water, a fellow member. As she is being sarcastic, Waters finds an interesting character in her. A friendship develops and they spend more time together. Even knowing there will no future together, the relationship progress and how everything ends is the rest. Usually cancer themed movies are called tearjerker films. Surprisingly, this movie's aim was different. Of course emotion strikes, but the story narration and character developments were the basic goal. Three-fourth of the movie was well told story about teen romance. The afterwards account begins with a twist which were portrayed in the usual manner. Like all the movies, kept sentiments in the last part. The last quarter was very predictable, but they avoided cliche as much possible. ‘‘Apparently, the world is not a wish-granting factory.’’ The parents' role was kind of mysterious one, that diverts viewer from their anticipation. Interesting it also creates some doubts. Compared to the previous movie 'The Spectacular Now', Shailene Woodley looked completely different. That means the physical transformed to look a perfect 16 year old was amazing. Her performance as well gives an impression that the Hollywood's future Academy award grabbing the female lead is on making. At this rate she can do that like Jennifer Lawrence did. As for the lead actor, it is a good breakthrough and expecting the same result from his next movie as well. This movie, which runs over a 2 hour was smartly sliced the contents and organized those on the right spots. Many had agreed it was a fine cinema transformation from a book. So you can try this, but be careful because nowadays most of the teens movies are overrated because of the overwhelmed teen audience. The warning meant only for the older people. I'm sure the youngster will love this movie, I mean most of them.

O

OSEANSADITYA

Jul 10, 2014 · via TMDB

Good movie and give alot of spirits to all people who had cancer

User reviews courtesy of TMDB.

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Cast 23
Shailene Woodley

Shailene Woodley

Hazel Grace Lancaster

Ansel Elgort

Ansel Elgort

Augustus Waters

Nat Wolff

Nat Wolff

Isaac

Laura Dern

Laura Dern

Frannie Lancaster

Sam Trammell

Sam Trammell

Michael Lancaster

Willem Dafoe

Willem Dafoe

Peter van Houten

Lotte Verbeek

Lotte Verbeek

Lidewij Vliegenthart

Ana Dela Cruz

Ana Dela Cruz

Dr. Maria

Randy Kovitz

Randy Kovitz

Dr. Simmons

Toni Saladna

Toni Saladna

Flight Attendant

David Whalen

David Whalen

Gus' Dad

Milica Govich

Milica Govich

Gus' Mom

Allegra Carpenter

Allegra Carpenter

Hostess

Emily Peachey

Emily Peachey

Monica

Emily Bach

Emily Bach

Monica's Mom

Tim Hartman

Tim Hartman

Minister

Mike Birbiglia

Mike Birbiglia

Patrick

Jean Brassard

Jean Brassard

Waiter

Carly Otte

Carly Otte

Young Girl (Alisa)

Silvio Wolf Busch

Silvio Wolf Busch

European

Carol Weyers

Carol Weyers

Anne Frank (voice)

John Green

John Green

Little Girl's Father (uncredited)

Joe Fishel

Joe Fishel

Dog Walker (uncredited)

Crew 18
Ben Richardson

Ben Richardson

Director of Photography

Erwan van Buuren

Erwan van Buuren

Steadicam Operator

Mary Claire Hannan

Mary Claire Hannan

Costume Design

Josh Boone

Josh Boone

Director

Ronna Kress

Ronna Kress

Casting

Marty Bowen

Marty Bowen

Producer

Wyck Godfrey

Wyck Godfrey

Producer

Goro Koyama

Goro Koyama

Foley Artist

Season Kent

Season Kent

Music Supervisor

Birdy

Birdy

Songs

Charli xcx

Charli xcx

Songs

Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran

Songs

Lykke Li

Lykke Li

Songs

Ray LaMontagne

Ray LaMontagne

Songs

Andy Nelson

Andy Nelson

Sound Re-Recording Mixer

John Green

John Green

Novel

Michael H. Weber

Michael H. Weber

Screenplay

Scott Neustadter

Scott Neustadter

Screenplay

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US Release Dates 3

May 16, 2014

Seattle International Film Festival

Premiere

Jun 2, 2014

New York City, New York

Theatrical (Limited)

Jun 6, 2014

PG-13 Theatrical

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