Everything's Jake

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