The Baxter
2005 · 1h 31m · Comedy, Romance · United States of America · Rated PG-13 (US)
A romantic comedy for anyone who's ever been dumped.
Mild mannered tax accountant Elliot Sherman is what he calls a "Baxter": the kind of calm, unexciting fellow who "wears sock garters" and "enjoys raking leaves." Loved by bosses and parents, Elliot is a perfectly nice guy. And that's his problem.
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Michael Showalter6.0Smart score
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RatingPG-13 (US)
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