Review of Forgiving the Franklins (2006) by Audrey S — 05 Aug 2008

More like forgiving the filmmakers. I was left with this is really weird, and the daughter has great hair, but why does she sleep with full makeup on?

This review of Forgiving the Franklins (2006) was written by Audrey S on 05 Aug 2008.

Forgiving the Franklins has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Michael L (2,383) on 06 Jan 2009

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By Elaina L (7) on 07 Jun 2008

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By Steve S (3,182) on 10 Apr 2009

If you are easily offended by art that attacks organized religion then this is not for you....or maybe it is…

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By Sean R (754) on 06 Oct 2010

This dark twisted comedy was right up my alley...its on netflix instant play, check it out! ;)…

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By Bryan I (128) on 02 Jun 2008

Very dry. Very stilted acting. Didn't go anywhere…

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By Andrew P (1,550) on 27 May 2008

The writing was too contrived and not natural enough, the acting was decent, given the script…

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By Matt K (1,446) on 10 Aug 2009

Very stiff acting with a very weird script. Didn't know whether it wanted the audience to laugh at religion or laugh at being super liberal…

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By Matthew L (1,720) on 01 Sep 2008

An odd, awkward quirky and completely off-beat indie gem of sorts…

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