Family (2018 film)
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| Directed by | Laura Steinel |
| Written by | Laura Steinel |
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| Cinematography | Michael Simmonds |
| Edited by | Glenn Garland |
| Music by | Jeremy Turner |
| Distributed by | The Film Arcade |
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Running time | 88 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Family is an 2018 American comedy film written and directed by Laura Steinel in her directorial debut. It stars Taylor Schilling, Brian Tyree Henry, Bryn Vale, Allison Tolman, Fabrizio Guido, Kate McKinnon and Peter Horton.
It had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 11, 2018. It was released on April 19, 2019 by The Film Arcade.
It received positive reviews, critics praised the comedy, plot twists and Schilling's performance.
Plot
Kate Stone is career-focused, and enjoys her life that way. Her brash attitude keeps relationships at arm's length, making her an outcast in her own right. When her estranged brother calls asking her to babysit her tween niece Maddie, Kate reluctantly agrees to help. But babysitting overnight unexpectedly turns into a week, and Kate’s life spins into chaos. As Maddie reveals stories of being bullied and of wanting to run away and be a Juggalo, the two form a unique bond.
Cast
- Taylor Schilling as Kate, Joe’s sister and Maddie’s aunt
- Brian Tyree Henry as Pete
- Bryn Vale as Maddie, Kate’s niece and Cheryl and Joe’s daughter
- Allison Tolman as Cheryl
- Jessie Ennis as Erin
- Matt Walsh as Dan
- Eric Edelstein as Joe
- Fabrizio Guido as Dennis
- Peter Horton as Charlie
- Blair Beeken as Barb
- Karan Kendrick as Sarah
- Kate McKinnon as Jill
In addition, the two members of the hip hop duo Insane Clown Posse, Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope, credited under their real names Joseph Bruce and Joseph Utsler, respectively, appear as MCs for the Miss Juggalette Pageant, where Natasha Lyonne appears as a Juggalette.
Release
It had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 11, 2018.[1] In September 2018, The Film Arcade acquired distribution rights to the film.[2] It was released on April 19, 2019.[3]
Critical response
On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 76% based on 49 reviews. The website's critics consensus reads, "The definitive juggalo-infused self-discovery comedy, Family transcends its overly familiar elements with fresh twists and Taylor Schilling's appealing performance.
References
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (March 9, 2018). "Taylor Schilling In 'Family': When Your Teen Niece Isn't Hooked On Drugs, But Juggalos – SXSW". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 16, 2019.
- ^ Hipes, Patrick (September 12, 2018). "Taylor Schilling's SXSW Comedy 'Family' Acquired By Film Arcade". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved March 16, 2019.
- ^ Nolfi, Joey (March 14, 2019). "Taylor Schilling wrangles juggalos and Kate McKinnon in Family trailer". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved March 16, 2019.