Review of Lucky Them (2013) by Frances H — 03 Jan 2015

A funny little indie comedy, and Thomas Haden Church was terrific in his role....

This review of Lucky Them (2013) was written by Frances H on 03 Jan 2015.

Lucky Them has generally received positive reviews.

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Review of Lucky Them (2013) by Frances H — 03 Jan 2015

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This is a touching and hilarious story about modern relationships that sticks with you…

Griffiths helms the feature with low-key fondness and a lived-in atmosphere, the camera caressing the Seattle spaces the story calls home,…

Likeable sentimental drama with an over the top performance by Church creating an unlikely relationship…

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Collette, as amazing as she can be when given something to work with, can't lift this limp story through sheer will…

The plot executes an impressive twist at the end and Collette makes such a swashbuckler out of Ellie that you're inclined to indulge her in…

Director Megan Griffiths and writers Huck Botko and Emily Wachtel flesh out a female perspective that's refreshing and engrossing without demonizing…

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