The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry

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The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry

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Released Oct 7, 2022

1h 45m

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Based on the New York Times best-selling novel, bookstore owner A.J. Fikry's (Kunal Nayyar) life is not turning out as he expected as he struggles both emotionally and financially. After his wife's tragic death, he feels lost and left behind in the rapidly evolving world of today. As he tries to keep his store afloat, he begins to drink his sorrows away ultimately hitting rock bottom when his most prized possession, a series of Edgar Allen Poe poems, are stolen. But when a mysterious package appears at the bookstore, the unexpected arrival gives Fikry a new lease on life, and love, that are greater than he ever imagined.

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Michael O'Sullivan

Washington Post

A tale with way too much story and not nearly enough life.

Rated: 2/4

Oct 5, 2022

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Jericho Tadeo

MovieWeb

Between the Hallmark-y score and certain narrative beats that, in literary form, may read as engrossing, but, on-screen, err towards the overly sugary, Fikry can't seem to find its place between the grounded and the grandiose.

Jul 12, 2024

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Todd Jorgenson

Cinemalogue

While it has a Hallmark-style quaintness to its setting, the film yanks too aggressively at the heartstrings in a strained attempt to be life-affirming and profound.

Dec 30, 2022

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Carla Hay

Culture Mix

The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry should have been titled The Lifeless Story of A.J. Fikry. It’s a weak, boring, and jumbled mess with confused tones and unanswered questions.

Dec 3, 2022

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Carey-Ann Pawsey

Orca Sound

It is kinda what you would expect of this type of film. Nothing special but watchable.

Rated: 2.5/5

Nov 13, 2022

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Sumner Forbes

Film Threat

For the more casual viewer that is craving a traditional tear-jerker, this more than fits the bill and is a great date-night movie for the significant other that may not appreciate Tarkovsky in the same way.

Rated: 7/10

Oct 20, 2022

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Norm V.

Touchy freely romantic movie

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/13/22

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Lisa W

I absolutely loved it. Must see for romantics, book lovers, and people who like simple things.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/13/22

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Karen K

Not crazy about the ending

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

10/13/22

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Steven

There was a total of six people in the theater at the time we went to see the movie in the late afternoon. Two of the people present had also read the book. We all liked the movie. Kunal Nayyar in a serious role played the part of his character very well and demonstrated his depth as an actor in what was a real departure from his former role as Rajesh Koothrapali in the Big Bang Theory comedy series. Mr. Nayyar also had an excellent supporting cast. Looking forward to seeing Kunal Nayyar in more serious roles like A.J. Fikry in the future.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

10/12/22

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K White

The Storied Life of AJ Fikry is a rich and lovely story - with just the right amount of humor and levity mixed in - about life, love, and the importance of investing in people and things we love, and carrying on in spite of inevitable hardships. Excellently cast and acted. Very true to the book. We need more books and movies like The Storied Life of AJ Fikry in our world!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/13/22

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Shiela

A little quirky good story line. Varies from the book. Good acting. At times, the transitions are a little off. I would recommend seeing it. Tuesday 5 totally worth it.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

10/12/22

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Based on the New York Times best-selling novel, bookstore owner A.J. Fikry's (Kunal Nayyar) life is not turning out as he expected as he struggles both emotionally and financially. After his wife's tragic death, he feels lost and left behind in the rapidly evolving world of today. As he tries to keep his store afloat, he begins to drink his sorrows away ultimately hitting rock bottom when his most prized possession, a series of Edgar Allen Poe poems, are stolen. But when a mysterious package appears at the bookstore, the unexpected arrival gives Fikry a new lease on life, and love, that are greater than he ever imagined.

Director: Hans Canosa
Producer: Hans Canosa, Claude Dal Farra, Brian Keady, Kelsey Law, Gabrielle Zevin
Screenwriter: Gabrielle Zevin
Distributor: Vertical Entertainment
Production Co: Three Point Capital, Universal Studios Inc., Vertical Entertainment, BCDF Pictures, Empathy Machines
Rating: PG-13 (Thematic Elements|Some Suggestive Material|Brief Strong Language)
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 7, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 28, 2022
Runtime: 1h 45m

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