The Kids Are All Right
Film: The Kids Are All Right
Director: Lisa Cholodenko
Cast: Annetter Benning, Julianne Moore, Mark Ruffalo, Mia Wasikowska, Josh Hutcherson
Synopsis: Nic and Jules (Annette Bening and Julianne Moore) are married and share a cozy suburban Southern California home with their teenage children, Joni and Laser (Mia Wasikowska and Josh Hutcherson).
Nic and Jules - or, when referred to jointly by Joni, "Moms" - gave birth to and raised their children, and built a family life for the four of them.
As Joni prepares to leave for college, 15-year-old Laser presses her for a big favor. He wants Joni, now 18, to help him find their biological father; the two teenagers were conceived by artificial insemination.
Against her better judgment, Joni honours her brother's request and manages to make contact with "bio-dad" Paul (Mark Ruffalo), an easygoing restaurateur.
The kids find themselves drawn to the confirmed bachelor's footloose style - especially in contrast to Nic, a principled doctor who has long established their house rules.
Jules, who has been looking to start a new career in landscaping, also strikes up a rapport with Paul. As Paul comes into the lives of the forthright four, an unexpected new chapter begins for them as family ties are defined, re-defined, and then re-re-defined.
Critics: “We may have seen hundreds of family movies in the past but The Kids Are Right is witty and warm not to mention incredibly fresh.” - FemaleFirst
“Only those without a funnybone will fail to be seduced by its sheer verve, wit and charm.” - Daily Mirror
“Funny, aching, rueful -- often at the same time -- The Kids Are All Right makes most mainstream releases this year seem decadent by comparison.” - Daily Telegraph.
Awards/Nominations: Annette Bening and Julianne Moore have also picked up Golden Globe nominations for their performances.
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