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Released Jun 8, 2022

1h 37m

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As members of the Frank family come together for a college graduation party in Chicago, they find their bonds being tested -- and strengthened -- in surprising ways.

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Richard Roeper

Chicago Sun-Times

Brilliant actors play characters so intriguing, they all deserve movies of their own.

Rated: 3.5/4

Jun 11, 2022

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Matt Zoller Seitz

RogerEbert.com

In setup as well as execution, the movie often plays like a less polished, more fragmented attempt to make something like an American version of a film by British dramatist Mike Leigh.

Rated: 3/4

Jun 9, 2022

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Jared Mobarak

The Film Stage

While some instances feel more organic than others, none are completely out of place conceptually and all end up providing another springboard towards subdued yet entertaining levity by way of communion or juxtaposition.

Rated: B

Oct 5, 2022

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Christopher Lloyd

The Film Yap

A heartwarming and spectacularly acted visit with a loving but dysfunctional Chicago family, with some of the best ensemble performances you'll see. This is an indie gem not to be missed.

Rated: 5/5

Aug 19, 2022

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Dennis Schwartz

Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews

An engaging and observant dysfunctional family drama.

Rated: B+

Aug 19, 2022

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Richard Propes

TheIndependentCritic.com

One of 2022's most rewarding indie cinema efforts.

Rated: 3.5/4.0

Aug 19, 2022

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Paul Andrew T

It’s such a shame because the underlying premise is fantastic. But at the end of the day, the writer/ Director just couldn’t coax real performances out of the actors, and they all end up as very much shallow caricatures. The movie is great for high camp, but definitely never really got to the level of servicing the underlying content.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

01/22/25

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Audience Member

This is the ultimate family film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/23/25

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Michael Glover Smith

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Karen Frank

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David Frank

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As members of the Frank family come together for a college graduation party in Chicago, they find their bonds being tested -- and strengthened -- in surprising ways.

Director: Michael Glover Smith
Screenwriter: Michael Glover Smith
Distributor: Chicago Film Project
Production Co: Chicago Film Project (CFP)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 8, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 21, 2024
Box Office (Gross USA): $256
Runtime: 1h 37m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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