Review of Grandma (2015) by Lisa B — 06 Sep 2015

A small story with a big performance from Lily Tomlin who gives an Oscar-worthy performance as Elle, an elderly woman who recently lost her life partner and is on the rocks with her current, much younger girlfriend. Her day starts when her granddaughter comes to her for help after finding out she is pregnant. The two go on a mini road trip to collect money. At the same time, we are introduced to Elle's past as we meet an array of characters that filled her past. This is where we get to find out who Elle was as a person. This is Tomlin's show and she is sharp, witty, funny, and sentimental. Though this is seen as a comedy, the story is rather sad as it is about regrets and moving on. But, Tomlin is the main reason to see this and she will make you want a grandma like her.

Grade: A-.