- Genre
- Comedy
- Year
- 2011
- Runtime
- 1h24
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The Perfect Family
Faith, family and the pursuit of perfection.
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Synopsis
In the movie 'The Perfect Family', Kathleen Turner plays Eileen Cleary, a devout Catholic woman who is nominated for the Catholic Woman of the Year award. As the pressure mounts for Eileen to project the image of the 'perfect family', she is faced with personal challenges that shake the foundations of her beliefs. Eileen struggles to keep her family together while confronting difficult truths about her loved ones and herself. The film explores themes of family, faith, acceptance, and self-discovery, as Eileen navigates the complexities of her relationships and identity in the face of societal expectations and personal desires.
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Reviews
The Perfect Family received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Kathleen Turner's performance as Eileen Cleary, others found the film's portrayal of religious themes to be heavy-handed. Rotten Tomatoes gave the movie a 50% rating, with the consensus stating, 'Despite a strong performance from Kathleen Turner, The Perfect Family's heavy-handed approach to its themes may not resonate with all viewers.' IMDb users rated the film 5.6/10, with some users appreciating the film's exploration of family dynamics and personal growth. Metacritic gave The Perfect Family a score of 40/100, indicating mixed or average reviews. Overall, the film's examination of faith, family expectations, and personal struggles resonated with some audiences, while others found the execution lacking depth and nuance.
