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Dome Pondering Movie Review: Family (2018)

What is it about? 

An emotionally stunted and workaholic aunt has to watch her teenage niece who ios struggling with finding her place in the world. 

Who is in it?

Taylor Schilling - Kate

Bryn Vale - Maddie

Brian Tyree Henry - Pete

Favorite Scene: 

Maddie introduces her new friend, "Baby Joker," to Kate, and they then all go out to dinner so Kate can get to know him better. 

Favorite Quote: 

"I snagged some toquitos from work...oooooh, snack time all the time. Never catch me hungry. Nom nom!"

Review: 

Family was a great find deep in the Tubi listing. I felt in the mood for an easy, yet funny movie, and I definitely nailed it with this selection. Family hits that need well - entertaining, good acting, hilarious at points, and a quick film. 

Taylor Schilling was really good as the emotionless character, Kate. So much of the writing and interaction between the characters, especially how they bounce off of Kate's rudeness, will keep you hooked. 

Special shout-out to Kate McKinnon as the over-involved neighbor, Jill, and Karan Kendrick, as Kate's co-worker. Fabrizio Guido won the screen every time he was featured. He was very funny in this one. 

All in all, a solid film. An easy plot, with a decent message. No harm. No expectations. Family is worth your selection if you need a quick, easy watch. 

Grade: 3/5

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