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Home Again
2017 97 min United States of America PG-13 16+
★5.6
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Director: Hallie Meyers-Shyer
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Description
Life for a single mom in Los Angeles takes an unexpected turn when she allows three young guys to move in with her.
Budget:
$12M
US Gross:
$27.02M
Worldwide:
$27.02M
Starring
Reese Witherspoon
Actor
Michael Sheen
Actor
Candice Bergen
Actor
Awards
1 win total
Key opinion
Home Again is a divisive romantic comedy that functions as a lightweight, aspirational fairy tale for some and a shallow, unrealistic exercise for others. While many appreciate Reese Witherspoon's performance and the film's gentle, stress-relieving atmosphere, critics frequently point to a predictable, formulaic screenplay.
| Acting | Reese Witherspoon delivers a nuanced and capable performance that effectively anchors the film's emotional arc. | |
| Emotion | The film succeeds as a low-stakes, feel-good escape that offers warmth and comfort for viewers looking for lighthearted entertainment. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is widely criticized for being overly formulaic, predictable, and lacking in depth or artistic stakes. | |
| Production | The visual presentation of the glossy, high-end lifestyle divides viewers; some find it bright and atmospheric, while others find it hollow and emotionally distant. |