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When much-feared hermit Felix Bush (Robert Duvall) comes to town with a wad of cash and announces his intention to preside over his own funeral, fast-talking mortician Frank Quinn (Bill Murray) smells a big payday in the air. Frank sends his young apprentice, Buddy, to charm Felix and win Felix's business. As the day of the unusual event approaches, Buddy uncovers a long-held secret involving the hermit, a local widow (Sissy Spacek) and an Illinois preacher.
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Subtle to a fault, this perfectly cast ensemble drama is lifted by typically sharp performances from Robert Duvall and Bill Murray.

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Paul Byrnes Sydney Morning Herald Get Low is a handmade kind of film. Its ambitions are modest, but fully attained. I rarely use the words ''go see it'', but I hope a lot of people do. Rated: 4/5 May 24, 2011 Full Review Adam Smith Empire Magazine Robert Duvall, Sissy Spacek and Bill Murray lend their mega-watt talents to a undemanding movie. Beautifully shot but let down by an underwhelming final act. Rated: 3/5 Feb 4, 2011 Full Review Robbie Collin News of the World 1930s-set, treacle-pulsed snooze-'em-up. Rated: 2/5 Jan 24, 2011 Full Review Michael Clark Epoch Times It’s moving and heartbreaking, but doesn’t deliver the smacked-upside-the-head-whammy the build-up suggests. After the final bit of information, we realize this movie is more of a “journey” and less than a “destination” type of story. Rated: 3.5/5 Aug 10, 2024 Full Review Michael Leader Den of Geek A sad, minor mystery lies at the heart of this whimsical, sometimes beautiful, yet underwhelming tale of folksy Americana. Rated: 3/5 May 7, 2024 Full Review Rene Jordan El Nuevo Herald (Miami) Sincerity overcomes melodrama, and the movie is worthwhile. [Full review in Spanish] Jul 19, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Rita E Excellent movie. Based on a true story. Excellent acting. Had me laughing and crying. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/04/24 Full Review The E Great movie and actors! Story is intriguing and cinematography nice too. Highly recommend! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/09/24 Full Review isla s This is a quirky film, with an intriguing story and interesting characters. Its based on a real life legend, apparently, so there may be some truth to it. I thought it was interesting how different people, locals in the nearby community, reacted to the hermit, Felix Bush and what we learn about him. This film has a great cast, including Robert Duvall, Sissy Spacek and Bill Murray. I'd say its a somewhat thought provoking film and one I'd happily recommend, yes. There are some amusing moments in it as well as serious aspects to it as well. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review nuveau s An engaging tale made more compelling by great performances. Mr. Duvall is as marvelous as ever and as ever makes the role his own. Ms. Spacek reminds us what a marvelous actor she is as well. And throughout, Mr. Murray provides a deft touch of humor. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Might be a bit to subtle but a perfect cast that is lifted by Duvall and Murray. Love the idea of throwing your own funeral while still alive. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/08/23 Full Review Daniel N Beautiful story elevated by the sweet and terrific performance by Robert Duvall. Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 09/07/21 Full Review Read all reviews
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Aaron Schneider

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Robert Duvall

Felix Bush

Sissy Spacek

Mattie Darrow

Bill Murray

Frank Quinn

Lucas Black

Buddy Robinson

Gerald McRaney

Rev. Gus Horton

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Synopsis When much-feared hermit Felix Bush (Robert Duvall) comes to town with a wad of cash and announces his intention to preside over his own funeral, fast-talking mortician Frank Quinn (Bill Murray) smells a big payday in the air. Frank sends his young apprentice, Buddy, to charm Felix and win Felix's business. As the day of the unusual event approaches, Buddy uncovers a long-held secret involving the hermit, a local widow (Sissy Spacek) and an Illinois preacher.
Director
Aaron Schneider
Producer
Dean Zanuck, David Gundlach
Screenwriter
Chris Provenzano, C. Gaby Mitchell
Distributor
Sony Pictures Classics
Production Co
September Film Distribution, Zanuck Company, Zanuck Independent, Butcher's Run Films
Rating
PG-13 (Some Thematic Material|Brief Violence)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 27, 2010, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 24, 2011
Box Office (Gross USA)
$9.2M
Runtime
1h 42m
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