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Barefoot
2014 90 min United States of America PG-13 16+
★5.4
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Director: Andrew Fleming
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Description
The "black sheep" son of a wealthy family meets a young psychiatric patient who's been raised in isolation her entire life. He takes the naive young woman home for his brother's wedding an improbable romance blooms, as she impresses everyone with her genuine, simple charms.
Budget:
$6M
US Gross:
$15,071
Worldwide:
$15,071
Starring
Evan Rachel Wood
Actor
Scott Speedman
Actor
J.K. Simmons
Actor
Awards
1 nomination total
Key opinion
Barefoot is a lighthearted, uplifting romantic melodrama that offers a warm and escapist experience. However, the film is often criticized for its weak screenplay and its failure to capture the depth of the original story.
| Emotion | The film provides an uplifting and heartfelt sense of escapism through its warm, sunny tone. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is widely regarded as weak, formulaic, and lacking a gripping narrative. | |
| Humor | The humor is characterized by subtle, gentle moments rather than repetitive slapstick. | |
| Adaptation | As a remake, the film is often viewed as less effective and atmospheric than the original version. | |
| Acting | Scott Speedman's charismatic and sympathetic performance provides a strong emotional anchor. | |
| Acting | Evan Rachel Wood's performance is polarizing, with some praising her sincere naivety and others finding her portrayal flat. |