I'll See You in My Dreams

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I'll See You in My Dreams

PG-13

Released May 15, 2015

1h 25m

Romance

Comedy

Drama

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After realizing how lonely and routine her life has become, a longtime widow begins relationships with two very different men.

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Critics Consensus

I'll See You in My Dreams would be worth watching even if Blythe Danner's central performance was all it had going for it, but this thoughtful drama satisfies on multiple levels.

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David Jenkins

Little White Lies

Corny for certain, but very charming to boot.

Rated: 3/5

Feb 12, 2016

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Trevor Johnston

Time Out

Avoids the obvious, delivering a bittersweet observational drama which pulls the heartstrings.

Rated: 3/5

Feb 9, 2016

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John Hartl

Seattle Times

[Danner is] clearly having a ball with this character.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 7, 2015

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Don Shanahan

Every Movie Has a Lesson

Still, even flawed "I'll See You in My Dreams" is a worthy effort to be a viable summer counter-programming option for the adults out there that want to slow down, unwind, and appreciate someone like Blythe Danner that ages like fine wine.

Rated: 2/5

Sep 4, 2023

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Michael Clark

Epoch Times

It covers the day-to-day events in the life of a woman of advanced years who slowly breaks free from routine and begins to see why everyone is so taken with her. The only thing better than knowing Carol is being Carol.

Rated: 4/5

May 10, 2022

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Richard Crouse

Richard Crouse

Just what the doctor ordered.

Rated: 4/5

Feb 3, 2021

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HMF B

I was going to fail this movie as boring, but after reading a few good reviews it reminded me of the good moments and what the movie has going for it. Great acting by all the actors, though I'm a bit tired of seeing Sam Elliott in the same quiet-Southern-gentleman-cowboy-who-doesn't-say- much roles. Would have liked to see the Martin Starr character a bit more developed but overall a nice movie that makes the ordinary lovely. Probably more interesting for an older audience.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/08/25

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Denny F

Very slow starting, improves slightly then deep dives into nothingness

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

10/20/24

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London Girl W

I was really enjoying this film, and was so disappointed when Bill died unexpectedly. The film definitely seemed lacking in content. It was a bit lacklustre. I enjoyed it until Bill died, then felt short changed. The acting was good and I'm a fan of Sam Elliot and Blythe Danner. If I had l known what the ending was going to be, I would have chosen not to watch it. Martin Starr was very boring and annoying, could have done without him and his tone deaf voice.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

09/05/24

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KB B

This was such a compelling movie with great acting and storyline. It's definitely worth the watch.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

05/10/24

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Shelley Ann V

Good acting all round, tender and watchable. Somewhat banal and slightly dreary. Certainly not much joie de vie. Awful karaoke and plenty of death with cameo appearances from two dogs. The film may be sponsored by Chardonnay since the heroine spends nearly every scene swilling it, when she's not drinking beer, Appletini or smoking pot. The critic's 93% score is unjustified.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

04/28/24

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Hayley M

I felt rather mehhh after watching this film! The main character Carol is rather self absorbed and not very likeable! She is living a safe, privileged and comfortable life in a beautiful home with lovely friends but is so miserable! She chose to do nothing with her life but wallow ... this frustrated me! Her friends had more gumption! I enjoyed their banter!

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

04/16/24

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Synopsis

After realizing how lonely and routine her life has become, a longtime widow begins relationships with two very different men.

Director: Brett Haley
Producer: Rebecca Green, Laura D. Smith, Brett Haley
Screenwriter: Brett Haley, Marc Basch
Distributor: Bleecker Street Media
Production Co: Two Flints, Jeff Rice Films
Rating: PG-13 (Drug Use|Brief Strong Language|Sexual Material)
Genre: Romance, Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 15, 2015, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 2, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $7.4M
Runtime: 1h 25m

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