Marvin's Room (1996)
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Reviews Counted:30
Fresh:27
Rotten:3
Average Rating:7/10
Runtime: 1 hr 46 mins
Genre: Dramas
Synopsis: Upon receiving a call from her leukemia-stricken sister after not speaking with her for two decades, a devil-may-care single mother packs up her two sons--one, a rebellious teen who has spent time... [More]
Starring: Meryl Streep, Diane Keaton, Leonardo DiCaprio, Robert De Niro
Director: Jerry Zaks
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Based on a play by Scott McPherson's who died of AIDS, it's impossible to watch the well-acted film (particularly Diane Keaton, who should get an Oscar nod) without thinking of its themees: the various approaches to love and the strength of family bonds Full Review |
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Slow, depressing family drama finely acted
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Zany and emotionally-affecting story about death, aging parents, reconciliation, and the healing power of selfless love. Full Review |
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A solid, if somewhat stiff, adaptation of a terrific play.
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