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Checking Out (2006)

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Reviews Counted:7

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Rotten:4

Average Rating:4.9/10

Rated: PG-13 [See Full Rating] language, some sexual material and thematic elements

Runtime: 1 hr 35 mins

Genre: Comedies

Theatrical Release:Sep 15, 2006 Limited

Synopsis: Checking Out is a thoughtful and timely comedy dealing with the quality of life of the elderly and the impact it has on their family. Based on a Broadway play by Allen Swift, the story surrounds a... Checking Out is a thoughtful and timely comedy dealing with the quality of life of the elderly and the impact it has on their family. Based on a Broadway play by Allen Swift, the story surrounds a feisty ninety-two year old grandfather who goes to extremes to re-unite his family in New York City. Through his actions, his family comes to truly understand the importance a single individual has on many. -- © Fully Attired Film Group [More]

Starring: Peter Falk, Laura San Giacomo, David Paymer, Judge Reinhold

Starring: Peter Falk, Laura San Giacomo, David Paymer, Judge Reinhold


Studio: Allumination FilmWorks

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This Borscht Belt version of King Lear, recently given a limited theatrical release, will find its true home on video and cable.

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10/04/06
Frank Scheck
Frank Scheck
Hollywood Reporter
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A thoroughly entertaining, intelligent film with an ultimately positive outlook.

Full Review Source: Film Threat | comment Comment
09/16/06
Andrew Mullen
Andrew Mullen
Film Threat

Funny is funny, and there's no denying that much of Checking Out is agreeably entertaining in a Neil Simon Lite fashion.

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09/15/06
Joe Leydon
Joe Leydon
Variety
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Actor-turned-writer Allen Swift's play comes to the screen with staginess intact, and despite attractive cinematography and some nice New York City location footage, the material's provenance is never far from the surface.

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09/15/06
Ken Fox
Ken Fox
TV Guide's Movie Guide

If this is a good example of the sort of long-forgotten plays that movie producers are unearthing, maybe theater critics need to start digging those graves a little deeper.

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09/15/06
Stephen Whitty
Stephen Whitty
Newark Star-Ledger
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Only Laura San Giacomo, as Morris's lonely daughter, Flo, transcends the staginess of the premise and the creakiness of Richard Marcus's screenplay to deliver a performance that feels remotely natural.

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Jeannette Catsoulis
Jeannette Catsoulis
New York Times
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A lame comedy full of wooden acting, schmaltz, clichés and racial stereotypes.

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09/15/06
V.A. Musetto
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