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Shrink

2009, Drama, 1h 44m

64 Reviews 25,000+ Ratings

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Kevin Spacey's performance is almost sharp enough to save this Hollywood dramedy from itself, but in the end, he's dragged down by a cliched script and indifferent direction. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

Henry Carter (Kevin Spacey), a jaded therapist-to-the-stars, uses marijuana to forget his troubles. His first pro bono case puts him in touch with Jemma (Saffron Burrows), a troubled teen who lives far from the glamour of the Hollywood Hills. Confronted with her real problems, Henry wonders, given his current state of mind, if he can help Jemma find answers to her questions.

Rating:

R (Some Sexual References|Pervasive Language|Drug Content Throughout)
Genre:

Drama
Original Language:

English
Director:

Jonas Pate
Producer:

Michael Burns, Braxton Pope, Dana Brunetti
Writer:

Thomas Moffett
Release Date (Theaters):

Jul 24, 2009 limited
Release Date (Streaming):

Sep 29, 2009
Box Office (Gross USA):

$189.3K
Runtime:

1h 44m
Distributor:

Roadside Attractions

Cast & Crew

Kevin Spacey
Dr. Henry Carter

Robin Williams
Holden

Saffron Burrows

Saffron Burrows
Kate Amberson

Keke Palmer
Jemma

Dallas Roberts
Patrick

Pell James
Daisy

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Critics Consensus: <em>Orphan</em> Is Mixed Bag

Critics Consensus: Orphan Is Mixed Bag

Critic Reviews for Shrink

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Audience Reviews for Shrink

Mar 31, 2012

The film was so so. The film has the same style as Crash did. The acting performances are really good. Spacey shines as usual. Keke Palmer gets better in every role I see her in. On the negative, I thought some of the scenes were not lit really well. Some scenes were too dark, lighting wise. Also the pacing was off. Some scenes were too slow. Despite the flaws that the film has, I still recommend the film, especially for the performances by the cast.

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Jun 21, 2011

This was pretty good. I watched it over a year ago, and I can't remember it too much.

Erin C Super Reviewer
Oct 05, 2010

kevin spacey is okay in his role as a therapist, but story is dull, and interweening stories of related charactors doesent come across well, although there are some good performances

scott g Super Reviewer
Aug 11, 2010

Shrink is a valiant attempt at a meaningful drama, but in the end, the film is truly only worth the two average performances from Spacey and Palmer. See Shrink solely for an exemplary display of Kevin Spaceyâs range and uncanny ability to remain relevant â¦

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