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Tom Hanks refunds disappointed fans their movie money

Wednesday, August 17, 2011
It seems Tom Hanks is Hollywood's ultimate nice guy after he refunded fans their movie ticket money when they complained about his latest film.

The 55-year-old actor recently gave a couple $25 after they told him that they disliked his latest film Larry Crowne, the US's National Enquirer reported.

Hanks, who stars alongside Julia Roberts in the film, began chatting to the couple while filling his car at a petrol station near his home in Pacific Palisades, California.

The pair spotted Hanks and went over to tell him they had just seen his latest film. When he asked them what they thought of it, the man told him "it wasn't that good".

Despite the man's wife trying to ease the situation by saying they had come to expect more from their favourite actor, Hanks responded: "Gee, I'm sorry you were disappointed, how about letting me refund your ticket money?"

The couple were reluctant to take the cash but eventually accepted the $25 before leaving.

Hanks also co-wrote the script and directed the film which bombed at the US box office. Critics have named the romantic comedy the biggest flop of Hank's career.

At least he seems to have a good attitude about the whole situation.

Your Say: Have you seen Larry Crowne? What did you think?




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User comments
We too saw Tom's latest movie Larry Crowne and were disappointed. I think because we have loved all his movies and probably had high expectations, we say it with 8 others and they all felt the same. It will not deter me from watching other movies he may bring out as we love him, everyone allowed one flop I guess.
Can't win em all. Hanks is an all time favourite and highly respected for the work he does. But even the best have can a bad day in the office.
I thought 'Larry Crowne' was great. Definately not an Oscar winner, but for a Romantic Comedy it was perfect.
The movie is enjoyable and the performers are exceptional, They are both great.
I absolutely loved it, thought it was funny and I love both actors ? well done!
I saw the movie and enjoyed it. I don't need my money back, maybe some people are just too hard too please.

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