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Kelly & Cal

Outcasts in life. Allies in suburbia.

2014 · 1h 47m · R Comedy, Drama
Directed by Jen McGowan

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Overview

Punk-rocker turned suburban mom, Kelly, is nostalgic for a life she can no longer have and uncertain of a future she doesn’t yet fit in. Seventeen-year-old Cal is frustrated at his lack of control over the hand he's been dealt. When the two strike up an unlikely friendship, it's the perfect spark needed to thrust them both back to life.

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All reviews
77%
Tomatometer
Fresh

The movie turns a little soapy as it tries to locate a satisfying ending, and there are too many self-conscious statements of life's little lessons, yet the passion remains.

John Hartl, Seattle Times
Rotten

It's difficult to be fully invested in the Big Emotional Developments of the final act.

Bruce Ingram, Chicago Sun-Times
Fresh

There are complex situations, well-acted characters and a central relationship that feels authentic and mature - and yet it's missing some element to bring it fully into focus.

Penny Walker, Arizona Republic
Fresh

Juliette Lewis and newcomer Jonny Weston bring terrific sensitivity to their roles.

Sheri Linden, Los Angeles Times
Fresh

A sly satire that's sexy, touching, and funny, if seriously flawed.

Tirdad Derakhshani, Philadelphia Inquirer

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