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Grandma

2015 · 1h 18m · R Comedy, Drama
Directed by Paul Weitz

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Overview

Self-described misanthrope Elle Reid has her protective bubble burst when her 18-year-old granddaughter, Sage, shows up needing help. The two of them go on a day-long journey that causes Elle to come to terms with her past and Sage to confront her future.

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92%
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Fresh

It's a character study and morality play and bildungsroman, subtly executed and lovingly performed.

Megan Garber, The Atlantic
Fresh

With not a wasted frame in its taut 80 minutes, this is deserving of your attention as one of the year's best movies even if it's being released in the middle of August.

Lou Lumenick, New York Post
Fresh

Writer-director Paul Weitz turns in a generous, handcrafted piece in which everyone shines.

Simon Houpt, Globe and Mail
Fresh

The movie is both hysterically funny and heartbreaking, but Weitz somehow makes you laugh without making light of serious issues.

Liz Braun, Toronto Sun
Fresh

Both funny and unexpectedly moving.

Bruce Demara, Toronto Star

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