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Kelly & Cal

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An unhappy new mother (Juliette Lewis) banishes the blues through her friendship with a mischievous teen (Jonny Weston) who has a spinal injury.

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Critics Consensus

Kelly & Cal is a compellingly offbeat treat for fans of character-driven drama -- and a showcase for Juliette Lewis' formidable gifts.

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John Hartl Seattle Times 10/02/2014
2.5/4
The movie turns a little soapy as it tries to locate a satisfying ending, and there are too many self-conscious statements of life's little lessons, yet the passion remains. Go to Full Review
Bruce Ingram Chicago Sun-Times 09/26/2014
2.5/4
It's difficult to be fully invested in the Big Emotional Developments of the final act. Go to Full Review
Penny Walker Arizona Republic 09/25/2014
3/5
There are complex situations, well-acted characters and a central relationship that feels authentic and mature - and yet it's missing some element to bring it fully into focus. Go to Full Review
Allen Almachar The MacGuffin 07/17/2020
C-
If it weren't for Juliette Lewis' strong central performance, there wouldn't be much else here to recommend ... See it for yourself, or don't. Go to Full Review
Nicholas Bell IONCINEMA.com 09/05/2019
3/5
It's a generally pleasing independent film that quietly and tenderly renders its central relationship as an examination of those increasingly rare connections we experience with like-minded individuals as life goes on. Go to Full Review
Ren Jender Bitch Flicks 03/12/2019
A film with real distribution, directed by a woman as well as written by one is a rare enough occurrence that I wish I didn't have to point out all that's wrong with Kelly & Cal. Go to Full Review
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Uynga U 07/23/2024 the ending feels just right See more Bahad j 07/22/2024 The movie was a very exciting adventure from start to finish See more KB B 05/19/2024 This was such a compelling film with great acting, storyline and many intense moments. Juliette Lewis was exceptional as usual. It's definitely worth the watch See more nilufer e @Nilicim 05/31/2020 I did have low expectations about this movie but it exceeded them. Juliette Lewis was amazing as well as the Cal character. I even loved the husband. So things happen and there is no one to blame and it was beautifully crafted. See more 12/01/2018 Juliette Lewis gives an amazing performance in this odd drama. See more 06/19/2017 Great character driven story. See more Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis An unhappy new mother (Juliette Lewis) banishes the blues through her friendship with a mischievous teen (Jonny Weston) who has a spinal injury.
Director
Jen McGowan
Producer
Mandy Tagger Brockey, Adi Ezroni
Screenwriter
Amy Lowe Starbin
Distributor
IFC Films
Production Co
Mad Dog Pictures, Mountaintop Prods.
Rating
R (Sexual Content|Language|Brief Graphic Nudity)
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Sep 5, 2014, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 30, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$5.4K
Runtime
1h 49m
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