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Wikipedia article




'Everything's Jake' is a 2000 drama film distributed by Warner Bros. The movie marks the feature writing and directorial debut of Matthew Miele, along with his producing/writing partner, Chris Fetchko. Aside from the film title referring to the main character, it is also a slang expression from the Roaring Twenties in the United States, meaning "everything is in good order".

Plot



Within the most storied city in the world lives Jake (Ernie Hudson), a homeless man who calls all of Manhattan his home. Jake discovers Cameron (Graeme Malcolm), a man down on his luck and sleeping in a tree in Central Park.

Taking Cameron under his wing, Jake teaches him how to survive on the streets. Jake's friendship with Cameron winds up threatening Jake's way of life, a life no one ever thought could possibly exist, lived with heart and spirit, and a charming embrace of the city. In this heartwarming and beautifully-shot film, homelessness is shown in a new light, illustrated with a stellar performance by Ernie Hudson, alongside a number of star-studded cameos.

Cast



*Ernie Hudson as Jake

*Graeme Malcolm as Cameron

*Willis Burks as Colonel

*Phyllis Diller as Misty

*Doug E. Doug as Taxicab Driver

*Stephen Furst as Assistant Librarian

*Robin Givens as Publisher

*Lou Myers as Abe

*Lou Rawls as Hot Dog Vendor

*Debbie Allen as Librarian

Critical reception



"Ernie Hudson delivers a consummately warm and satisfying performance."  'Variety'

Film festivals/awards



2000 Atlantic City Film Festival  Grand Prize  Full Feature


2000 Santa Barbara International Film Festival  Burning Vision Award  Special Mention


2006 Big Apple Film Festival  Festival Prize  Best Feature


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