Parental Guidance:
Oh my goodness. I love this movie. It was a really cute film. Though it contrasted two very different
parenting styles, the kids stole the show. I've become a Bailee Madison fan
since her appearance in Just Go With It, and after seeing this I will
continue to look forward to seeing her growth as an actress as she gets older.
The two young boys who play her brothers are also adorable: one has a stutter
that will make you swoon and the other boy's behavior is as random as the fact that
he's a ginger in a family of brunettes. Marisa Tomei was awesome as a neurotic
mom worried about leaving her children with her parents. Billy Crystal and
Bette Midler also brought their classic selves with them.
All together, the
cast was great and managed to give heartfelt performances. The film had this
overarching theme of being accepted/needed/wanted by one's parents and one's
children, but that theme boiled down to a heart-to-heart moment between Crystal
and Tomei; it left an impression on me--and definitely my mom.
Basically, this a predictable Hollywood flick. It's not
exactly groundbreaking, but I loved it just the same. For me, it was about the
actors and all the laugh-out-loud moments throughout. I go to the movies to be
entertained, and this did it for me. If you're looking for an artsy film that
will blow your mind and kill off the main characters, go find one. Just don't disrespect
this one.
Whoo hoo! Loved it.
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