This Is Where I Leave You

This Is Where I Leave You

2014 · 103 min · EN · R · 6.6 (1,489 votes)
Dir. Shawn Levy · Starring Jason Bateman, Tina Fey, Jane Fonda, Adam Driver, Rose Byrne, Corey Stoll · Music Michael Giacchino

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When their father passes away, four grown, world-weary siblings return to their childhood home and are requested -- with an admonition -- to stay there together for a week, along with their free-speaking mother and a collection of spouses, exes and might-have-beens. As the brothers and sisters re-examine their shared history and the status of each tattered relationship among those who know and love them best, they reconnect in hysterically funny and emotionally significant ways.

VIBE

This film offers a bittersweet, cathartic journey through the chaos of a grieving, dysfunctional family. It's a poignant blend of sharp humor and raw emotion, driven by witty dialogue and relatable character dynamics. Expect a steady, heartfelt exploration of sibling bonds and the messy path to reconciliation, perfect for a reflective, comforting watch.

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