The Bachelors

Released Oct 20, 2017

1 hr. 39 min.

Comedy

Drama

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After the death of his wife, Bill and his 17-year-old son, Wes, move from a small town to a big city for a fresh start. As they begin to adjust to life in the city and seek ways to heal their wounds, they both find comfort in newfound romances. Although circumstances contribute to Bill and Wes growing apart, they come back together and rediscover their true selves in the process.

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JD M

A tremendous story about a father and son who are left picking up the pieces of their family after the death of the mother/wife. Gripping in all the right parts, in all the right ways. JK Simmons delivers another heartwrenching, yet, glorious performance as a broken man trying his damnest to do right by the only part of his wife that remains- his son. Try not to shed a tear.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

11/04/23

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Dave V

A great movie dealing with grief and mental health issues. The road to healing is long, but faith that you can get through the hard times is well documented. A touching movie. Well done.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

09/06/23

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Steve B

Such an unexpected gem. Heavy at times? Sure. Superbly acted, rich characters, true to life powerful stuff.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

06/06/23

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Tim

Very good movie with a strong story. The actors and actresses were perfect in their roles.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

06/01/23

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Sean S

Mr. Simmions give one of the best performances he has given besides Whiplash. He carries the movie on his shoulders. This movie has a great script that is well written and a well-rounded cast that makes this movie worth watching.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

05/15/23

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Deirdre M

I enjoyed the characters and the plot but was appalled by the non stop pushing of named pharmaceutical drugs (product placement) and even electro convulsive therapy! This movie pathologizes grief and disempowers those experiencing it. Not a good message.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/12/23

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Kurt Voelker

Director

J.K. Simmons

Bill Ponder

Julie Delpy

Carine

Josh Wiggins

Wes

Odeya Rush

Lacy

Kevin Dunn

Paul Abernac

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Simran Hans

Observer (UK)

There's a corny metaphor about cross-country running and the catharsis that comes from pushing through the pain of loss, but strong central performances mean that this is still moving stuff.

Rated: 4/5

Apr 1, 2018

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Kevin Maher

Times (UK)

Desperately struggling to shake off the coming-of-age genre straitjacket, The Bachelors promises early on to be something different.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 29, 2018

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Geoffrey Macnab

Independent (UK)

The main recommendation here is another nuanced and affecting performance from JK Simmons, one of the best character actors in contemporary American cinema.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 29, 2018

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Keith Garlington

Keith & the Movies

Voelker’s story consistently surprised me especially in how deep it was willing to dive into the area of depression. I wasn’t expecting it. There are no soft perspectives or dulled edges.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 19, 2022

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Andrew Murray

The Upcoming

The Bachelors appears to be like any other quirky coming-of-age tale, but after closer inspection its charms deteriorate to reveal a shallow attempt at an emotional journey.

Rated: 2/5

Feb 2, 2021

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Edward Porter

Sunday Times (UK)

A perfect example of those light American indie dramas that fancy themselves as sophisticated, but in fact have far less value than a good blockbuster.

Rated: 1/5

Apr 2, 2018

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Synopsis

After the death of his wife, Bill and his 17-year-old son, Wes, move from a small town to a big city for a fresh start. As they begin to adjust to life in the city and seek ways to heal their wounds, they both find comfort in newfound romances. Although circumstances contribute to Bill and Wes growing apart, they come back together and rediscover their true selves in the process.

Director: Kurt Voelker
Executive Producer: Ryan Dorff, Leo Kiely
Screenwriter: Kurt Voelker
Distributor: Freestyle Digital Media
Production Co: Matt Baer Films
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 20, 2017, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 20, 2017

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