The Shape of Things
Type: Book
As of November 2026, The Shape of Things has been mentioned in one podcast episode on SmartLess (Apr 2025).
The Shape of Things is a 2003 romantic drama film written and directed by Neil LaBute, based on his play of the same name. It stars Paul Rudd, Rachel Weisz, Gretchen Mol and Fred Weller. The story is set in a small university town in the American Midwest and focuses on the lives of four young students who become emotionally and romantically involved with each other. The film's central themes are stoicism, the limits of art, psychopathy, intimacy, and people's willingness to do things for love.
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Apr 2025 on SmartLess |
| Author | Neil LaBute |
| Published | 2001 |
| Publisher | Faber and Faber |
| Subjects | Drama, College students, Friendship |
| ISBN | 9780571212460 |
| Genre | Drama, College students, Friendship |
Who talks about The Shape of Things on podcasts?
The Shape of Things came up; the most recent mention was Apr 2025 on SmartLess.
- Paul Rudd | SmartLess on SmartLess (Apr 2025)
What is The Shape of Things mentioned alongside?
The Shape of Things is most often mentioned alongside Boston, Will Arnett and California.
Mentioned together: Boston, Will Arnett, California, Studebaker, Salt Lake City, There Will Be Blood, Sean Hayes, Kansas City, Kansas, New York, New York, Paterson, New Jersey