The Nanny Diaries

Synopsis

The Nanny Diaries, a comedy-drama film released in 2007 and based on the novel of the same name, follows the story of Annie Braddock (Scarlett Johansson), a recent college graduate who becomes a nanny for an affluent family in Manhattan. While struggling to navigate the demanding and chaotic world of the elite Upper East Side, Annie forms a close bond with the family's neglected son, Grayer. As Annie juggles her responsibilities and tries to find her own identity, she must confront the challenges of social expectations, love, and personal growth. The movie offers a satirical insight into the complexities of class, privilege, and motherhood in contemporary society.

Cast

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  Scarlett Johansson

  Annie Braddock

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  Laura Linney

  Mrs. X

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  Alicia Keys

  Lynette

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  Chris Evans

  Hayden “Harvard Hottie”

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  Donna Murphy

  Judy Braddock

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  Nicholas Art

  Grayer

Reviews

The Nanny Diaries received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Scarlett Johansson's performance and the film's satirical take on the upper-class society, others criticized its lack of depth and predictability. Rotten Tomatoes gave it a rating of 35% based on 144 reviews, with the consensus stating, 'The Nanny Diaries wants to be a satire of Manhattan's elite, but often comes across as an elitist itself.' IMDb users rated it 6.2/10, acknowledging its entertaining moments but pointing out its shortcomings in storytelling. Metacritic gave the film a score of 46/100, indicating mixed or average reviews.