Funny Story

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Funny Story

Released May 24, 2019

1h 25m

Comedy

Drama

LGBTQ+

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Walter Campbell is an aging heartthrob who's struggling to keep up appearances with his estranged daughter. Hoping to reconnect, he impulsively invites himself to crash her vacation getaway in Big Sur, Calif. When Walter meets one of his daughter's young friends, the two of them develop an unexpected bond that's sure to jeopardize his already shaky relationship with his only child.

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Nell Minow

RogerEbert.com

Your appreciation for this film will depend in large part on where this all falls on your personal continuum from 'funny' to 'funny-ish,' to 'eww.'

Rated: 2/4

May 24, 2019

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Kimber Myers

Los Angeles Times

Funny Story" is only mildly humorous, but it's watchable thanks to Glave's game performance that makes him likable despite his foibles.

May 24, 2019

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John DeFore

The Hollywood Reporter

A warmhearted seriocomedy that, even when not thoroughly convincing, projects a disarming sincerity.

May 23, 2019

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Brittany Patrice Witherspoon

Pop Culture Reviews

Matthew Glave’s perfect comedic timing paired with the vulnerable, yet disorderly appeal of Emily Bett Rickards’ performance is an odd pair that simply works perfectly.

Jul 14, 2024

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Matthew Singleton

Film Inquiry

The most impressive aspect of Funny Story is that it succeeds in every area. Quality and efficiency seep out of every pore of this indie treat.

Jun 12, 2019

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Carissa Pavlica

TV Fanatic

Funny Story is well worth your time. It's a captivating look at families and how the truth hurts but not nearly as bad as the alternative.

Rated: 4/5

May 31, 2019

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LOL, the funniest 01 hour: and 25 minutes ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/11/23

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Audience Member

3.7. I just want you to know the Hawaii offer still stands lol

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

11/05/20

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Audience Member

This is the worst movie about lesbians written by two white dudes ever written. Fuck them and their bullshit. Do not waste your time.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

01/22/23

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dave d

'Funny Story' is a charming little indy flick with some comedic bite. Narratively, it's annoying, but once the film settles in, it moves and entertains. Wasn't a huge fan of the ending, but I did like the idea of a lesbian commune. Somebody make a series there, if it hasn't already been done! Final Score: 7.3/10

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

I thought it was great. It had some amazing oh s*** moments. Must watch!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/26/23

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Audience Member

Matthew Glave, one of my favorite American actors, gets to show all of his colors in this indie look at a dad who has stumbled in his relationships with women, impacting his relationship with his gay daughter. When he unknowingly makes a taboo error, the shadows of darkness and responsibility cross his face like scars. Throughout, Glave is complex: funny, smart, dorky, sexy, broken, strong and vulnerable. A performance not to be missed.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/14/23

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Synopsis

Walter Campbell is an aging heartthrob who's struggling to keep up appearances with his estranged daughter. Hoping to reconnect, he impulsively invites himself to crash her vacation getaway in Big Sur, Calif. When Walter meets one of his daughter's young friends, the two of them develop an unexpected bond that's sure to jeopardize his already shaky relationship with his only child.

Director: Michael J. Gallagher
Producer: Michael J. Gallagher, Jana Winternitz, Michael Wormser
Screenwriter: Michael J. Gallagher, Steve Greene
Distributor: Blue Fox Entertainment
Production Co: Cinemand
Genre: Comedy, Drama, LGBTQ+
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 24, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 24, 2019
Runtime: 1h 25m
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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