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      Around the Bend

      2004, Drama, 1h 23m

      97 Reviews 2,500+ Ratings

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      Around the Bend sets a destination of earnest generational drama, but settles for the most derivative route to get there, veering off course into trite sentimentality. Read critic reviews

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      Jason Lair (Josh Lucas) and his son, Zach (Jonah Bobo), move from Los Angeles to the Southwest to live with Jason's grandfather Henry (Michael Caine) and his live-in nurse, Katrina (Glenne Headly). Henry's health is rapidly deteriorating, and he wants to visit Albuquerque, N.M. Before they leave, Jason's father, Turner (Christopher Walken), surprisingly arrives, and they all embark together. When Henry suddenly dies, the three remaining Lairs continue their trip, bonding along the way.

      • Rating: R (Language)

      • Genre: Drama

      • Original Language: English

      • Director: Jordan Roberts

      • Producer: Julie Kirkham, Elliott Lewitt

      • Writer: Jordan Roberts

      • Release Date (Theaters):  original

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      • Box Office (Gross USA): $193.6K

      • Runtime:

      • Distributor: Warner Independent

      • Production Co: Warner Independent Pictures

      • Sound Mix: Surround, Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS

      • Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.37:1)

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      • Jul 15, 2012
        An experienced cast lifts this "quirky" family drama about redemption just above been there done that, but only just. Walken and Caine, of course, are the standouts.
        kevin w Super Reviewer
      • Apr 26, 2012
        Never Judge A Film By Its Cover, I have seen this film on the shelves 100 times and passed it up. I'm not a big Christopher Walken Fan, but I do enjoy Michael Caine. So I finally decided to watch this one and what I saw was a very enjoyable movie with a great sound track. About a father (Michael Caine) who only last wish is to see his son (Christopher Walken). Soon after he appears dies and before he dies he leaves his son, grandson and great grandson instructions for a road trip, which makes the movie most enjoyable. The purpose is to get these three back together. All died a fabulous job, 4 1/2 stars 4-21-12
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      • Nov 10, 2009
        Quirky movie, definately with some cute moments, but nothing outstanding. It was a little slow moving, but okay overall.
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      • Nov 04, 2009
        Cast: Christopher Walken, Michael Caine, Josh Lucas, Glenne Headly, Jonah Bobo, David Eigenberg, Robert Douglas, Carlos Cabarcas, Gerry Bamman, Jean Effron, Lily Knight, Rick Negron Director: Jordan Roberts Summary: Four generations of men are suddenly brought together by the chance to uncover the truth about their family's past. When their eldest member passes away, the remaining trio embarks on a journey that takes them out on the road and into a world full of surprises -- some comic, some dramatic, and all of them personal. My Thoughts: "Really loved this movie. It was a mans movie with some male bonding going on, but definitely sentimental for the gal's. Such a great cast of men in this movie. I am a sucker for road trip movies, and this was a great one.The story is good, the acting is great, and the concept of Henry's will is funny and original. I enjoyed the entirety of this film. It had a great mix of humor, sadness, and drama. It's a road trip to forgiveness. See it if you haven't yet."
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