
A young college student returns from Yale to introduce his fiancée to his family. While there, the relationships among the various family members are tested, and the secrets hidden behind the seemingly "perfect family" facade are brought to light.... (Full plot summary below)
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A young college student returns from Yale to introduce his fiancée to his family. While there, the relationships among the various family members are tested, and the secrets hidden behind the seemingly "perfect family" facade are brought to light.
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| Apollo GuideWesley LovellThe cinematography is weak, the framing is off and the performances, at times, are trying. |
| eFilmCritic.comRob GonsalvesCarrey fans will be disappointed that his character pretty much gets lost in the shuffle. |
| User ReviewJosh PI hate Jim Carrey, but I was still very impressed by this movie. He showed that he could actually act. As opposed to the the jumping and screaming idiot that he plays in every other movie he's been cast in. |
| User ReviewKlas AReally, really loved this movie, thought about it for years, very earnest, young Jim Carrey- and wish they made it into a weekly tv show! |
| User ReviewSofia B5 stars for realism and great acting - picked it up because I enjoy Jim Carrey in his serious roles. Really enjoyed picking apart the movie plot and guessing the secrets of the characters :D The movie reminded me somewhat of "Everybody's Fine" - if that's your type of movie, you'll like this <3 |
| User ReviewMadd BFavorite Jim Carey movie. He is in a serious roll in this movie. They usually show this movie on Lifetime. |
| User ReviewPrivate UExcellent! Chilling portrayal of the all-American family. Jim Carrey is excellent in dramatic roles. |
| User ReviewLisa CI recommend this movie to anyone who is comtemplating marriage. It showed that not only two people will be married but also marrying the family, their ideas, and lifestyle. Meeting the family and living in the hometwon you can "feel" the boat you are about to get into. So, it will depend on whether you want to sail in with the boat or jump out. Sexuality as a "homosexual" is a sensitive matter esp. when it relates to family and learning how to live in that shadow. Overall, the acting of of William McNamara and Jim Carrey as dramatic actors (no, Jim did not play the gay guy) really shines. Jim's is better here than as a comedian. MORAL LESSON: Get to know your fiance(e) very well before comitting to marriage... Lesson 2: Know what you want in life, and be accepted for your decision and for who you are. |
| User ReviewLisa RJames B. Sikking has a knack for making unlikeable characters understood. He may have based his character on the same military drill instructor of his acquaintance on whom he based his character of Lt. Howard Hunter in Hill Street Blues. I honestly don't even remember Jim Carrey, one of the best actors performing today, as being the son with whom the Sikking character comes into conflict; but I'm sure he was and that he performed admirably. He always does. |
| User ReviewKevin TIn an upscale suburban home, the "perfect" family is falling apart. Expectations placed by parents who demand perfection are forcing the 3 children into destructive decisions. The elder son drinks to block out his parents' criticisms of him. The daughter, not wanting to have a child who would have to grow up in such a demanding environment, as been keeping a secret from her husband. The younger son, engaged to the "perfect" girl is trying his best not to be gay, but can't keep his past, or his true feelings hidden. His attempted suicide brings everying to a boil. |