She’s also had a successful career as a musician in the indie duoShe & Him.
Deschanel also has a number of film projects to her name.
Theearly 2000s, in particular, brought some of her best, most memorable roles.
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The movie was loosely based on the memoir written byDanny Wallace.
The aptly titledOur Idiot Brotheris a sweet and endearing but still funny family story at its heart.
What Neds really after is happiness, and his attitude is something his sisters could learn from.
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Justine and Holden eventually begin having an affair.
The film was a huge success when it was released andremains a viewing staplefor many families during the holidays.
He heads out on tour with them, despite the concerns of his overbearing mother (Frances McDormand).
Deschanel plays his older sister, Anita, whose secret record collection helps spark his love of music.
Almost Famousis a modern-day classicpartially based on director Cameron Crowes own experiencesworking forRolling Stone.
And, of course,it has an incredible soundtrackfull of classic rock.
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Our Idiot Brother follows the amiable and well-meaning Ned as he unintentionally disrupts the lives of his three sisters, Liz, Miranda, and Natalie. Despite his carefree and seemingly naive nature, Ned’s presence gradually reveals insightful truths about their relationships and personal challenges, prompting unexpected growth and understanding.
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Raised as an oversized elf, Buddy travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs, who doesn’t know he exists and is in desperate need of some Christmas spirit.
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After being dumped by the girl he believes to be his soulmate, hopeless romantic Tom Hansen reflects on their relationship to try and figure out where things went wrong and how he can win her back.
