Get Low

PG-13

Released Aug 27, 2010

1 hr. 42 min.

Comedy

Drama

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85%

144 Reviews

Tomatometer

75%

10,000+ Ratings

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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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Critics Consensus

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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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

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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

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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

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Daniel N

Beautiful story elevated by the sweet and terrific performance by Robert Duvall.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

09/07/21

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Audience Member

This movie was great. The cast is top notch. For me, there were some very memorable/meaningful lines in this.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/04/21

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Audience Member

Set in depression era Appalachia, Robert Duvall plays an aging hermit who has a guilty conscience about something he did as a young man. Good acting performance by Duvall, as well as Bill Murray, who supplies some of the film's lighter moments. Interesting plot that is carefully rolled out. Good cinematography. This film has one of the better movie intros that I can recall. Overall, a well put together movie.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/15/23

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Aaron Schneider

Director

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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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

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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

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Rene Rodriguez

Miami Herald

Sweet and gentle and occasionally makes you crave a catnap.

Rated: 2.5/4

Jan 31, 2011

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Rene Jordan

El Nuevo Herald (Miami)

Sincerity overcomes melodrama, and the movie is worthwhile. [Full review in Spanish]

Jul 19, 2022

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David Lamble

Bay Area Reporter

Duvall's irascible, shotgun-wielding Felix Bush is matched by a brilliant supporting cast...

Jun 12, 2020

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Felicia Feaster

Charleston City Paper

If you take the Southern kitsch with a grain of salt, Get Low is otherwise a largely amiable, enjoyable film.

Jan 22, 2020

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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
Executive Producer: David Ginsberg, Harrison Zanuck, C. Gaby Mitchell, Joey Rappa, Robert Duvall, Rob Carliner, Oliver Simon, Daniel Baur, Alain Midzic, Blerim Destani, Dariusz Gasiorowski, Brad Park, Brandie Park, Konrad Wojterkowski, Scott Fischer
Screenwriter: Chris Provenzano, C. Gaby Mitchell
Distributor: Sony Pictures Classics
Production Co: Zanuck Company, September Film Distribution, 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

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