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Captain Fantastic

He prepared them for everything except the outside world.

2016 · 1h 58m · R Adventure, Drama
Directed by Matt Ross

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Overview

Deep in the forests of the Pacific Northwest, a father devoted to raising his six kids with a rigorous physical and intellectual education is forced to leave his paradise and enter the world, beginning a journey that challenges his idea of what it means to be a parent.

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Critics on Rotten Tomatoes

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All reviews
82%
Tomatometer
Fresh

This is really a movie for upper-middle class hipsters who once fancied themselves firebrands and status quo-challengers in college, but now consider only buying organic food at Whole Foods and not vaccinating their kids to be radical acts.

Leslie Felperin, Hollywood Reporter
Fresh

He bears the nickname of a comic book hero, the brains of a scholar, the soul of a rebel. And his story is a richly rewarding film experience.

Mara Reinstein, Us Weekly
Fresh

Matt Ross' screenplay occasionally stumbles (especially late in the proceedings) and the ending opts for a too-facile resolution but the director/writer offers moments of genuine power and pathos that make it easy to forgive the missteps.

James Berardinelli, ReelViews
Fresh

Ross delivers a warm, humorous, enlightening family drama marked by strong performances ...

Adam Graham, Detroit News
Fresh

It's a rare movie that asks such big questions - about parenting, about family, about modern-day America - and comes up with answers that are moving and meaningful, that make you laugh and cry.

Steven Rea, Philadelphia Inquirer

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