Fresh
In her first feature film, Masterson creates a slice of life that is very believable (especially if you've ever seen The Jerry Springer Show), and often endearing.
Michael Esposito, Chicago Tribune
The Cake Eaters
Love is the Frosting...
2007 · 1h 26m · R
Drama, Romance
Directed by
Mary Stuart Masterson
Overview
The death of the Kimbrough family matriarch affects the three male survivors of the clan. Widower Easy tries to reconnect with his old flame, Marg. Eldest son and struggling musician Guy moves back to town, feeling guilty that he missed the funeral. His brother, Beagle, who was his mother's caretaker, falls for Marg's granddaughter, Georgia, a chronically ill girl who fears her time is growing short.
Director and cast
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes
Top critics, in their words
64%
Tomatometer
Rotten
There are only so many story threads an ensemble cast can hold.
Erin Meister, Boston Globe
Rotten
Stand out performances, interesting character dynamic but overall, kind of a flat film that really doesn't have you too emotionally invested.
Ben Lyons, At the Movies
Fresh
I think there is a future in directing for Mary Stewart Masterson.
Ben Mankiewicz, At the Movies
Fresh
These are people whose company you enjoy, in good times and bad. Taking place over a short period of time, it's a small slice of life, yes. But as the title implies, it's a tasty one as well.
Bill Goodykoontz, Arizona Republic
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