Funny | Relatable | Laugh on Instagram: "🎬 Fun Fact: Ruby Sparks (2012) The film was written by Zoe Kazan, who also stars as Ruby. She specifically crafted the role for herself and her real-life partner, Paul Dano. Directors Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris encouraged Kazan and Dano to rehearse scenes privately, allowing them to bring elements of their real relationship into the film. This added to the authenticity and intimacy of Calvin and Ruby’s dynamic on screen."