Fresh
It's the movie for you if you liked the pessimistic street view of Half Nelson.
Michael Booth, Denver Post
Overview
After serving time in prison, former drug addict Sherry Swanson returns home to reclaim her young daughter from family members who have been raising the child. Sherry's family, especially her sister-in-law, doubt Sherry's ability to be a good mother, and Sherry finds her resolve to stay clean slowly weakening.
Director and cast
- Laurie Collyer Director
- Maggie Gyllenhaal as Sherry Swanson
- Michelle Hurst as Dorothy Washington
- Sandra Rodríguez as Desi
- Sam Bottoms as Bob Swanson Sr.
- Danny Trejo as Dean Walker
- Brad William Henke as Bobby Swanson
- Bridget Barkan as Lynette Swanson
- Ryan Simpkins as Alexis Parks
- Giancarlo Esposito as Parole Officer Hernandez
- Kate Burton Cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
Fresh
As an actress, Ms. Gyllenhaal seems to steer clear of any parts that seek to exploit an audience's weakness for conventionally happy endings. Her films are therefore always worth seeing.
Andrew Sarris, New York Observer
Fresh
The wonder of Sherrybaby is that we can admire Sherry's exuberance and evident love of life -- and the extraordinary actress who portrays her -- without really being sure where she's going.
Andrew O'Hehir, Salon.com
Fresh
Like its hyped-up heroine, Sherrybaby, based on a true story, explodes with manic energy that keeps you riveted through parts that might otherwise be difficult to watch.
Ruthe Stein, San Francisco Chronicle
Fresh
Gyllenhaal presents us with an indelible character study that will be seared into our minds for a long time to come.
Bill Zwecker, Chicago Sun-Times
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