The Intervention

Could have been better... Could have been worse. These are signatured actors who signed, sealed, and delivered this movie with the same charm that is unique to each actor. Anytime natasha lyonne and Clea Duvall are together doing anything, it's gonna have some comedic moments. Seeing Melanie lynsky in the mix kinda gave me nostalgia for but I'm a cheerleader. Thought at first this was gonna be a sequel style romp, but turned out to be a well thought out and heartfelt storyline. This movie has real potential, however it does lack a few things that bring it just out of reach. For a first time endeavor on the part of Clea Duvall for writing and directing, you go girl! But for an avid movie watcher, there are things that so drag and lack. If you don't have uber high expectations, this movie is quite charming, but if you want an epic Hollywood blockbuster or arthouse cult flick, then do not watch because you'll just be disappointed. However, if you have respect or adoration for the cast, give it a go, you won't be disappointed with their unparalleled charm. Enjoyable flick. Sidenote, miss duvall, if you read this, get summer Phoenix in on your next project.

Solid dramatic comedy about four sets of couples with their own quirks and problems, giving a good balanced outlook at relationships and the various ways in how they can work and work out.

The cast is great and the comedy is subtle. The film does a good job of addressing multiple viewpoints and informing the audience of who each character is and what they are feeling. The best aspect is probably how then each defined character interacts with each other, as well as which ones don't. Often times you get the feeling more of watching a play than a movie (in a good way).

Overall I recommend this film to people who like real life stories, if you are looking for lots of laugh out loud comedy, high stakes or extreme drama then you won't find it here. But a pleasant, thoughtful and enjoyable look at relationships as they mature is delivered in very fine fashion.

The film tells the story of four couples getting together for a weekend break in a fantastic summer house, but with an ulterior motive.

The story begins quite slowly, and nothing much happens as the scene is being set. However, once the real story gets moving, the events happen quickly. The second half of the story is thought provoking and engaging. I enjoyed it overall.

I was very interested in seeing Clea DuVall's directorial debut. For years I have only known her as an actress (a very capable one) so I wanted to see what her skills behind the camera, and behind the typewriter if I must say, were. I definitely think there are some contrivances here, flaws that continually stick out. The film is a bit disjointed at times and unsure of where it really wants to go, and yet it still never falls apart and is quite enjoyable. Although the screenplay is very flawed, it also shows a good amount of talent in its dialogue that makes me interested in what DuVall can create next. The reason it works so well is probably because of the very talented and dedicated cast. I do recommend it.

I think people get way too involved with negative feedback on this film. Take it with a pinch it's a lighthearted film, enjoyable, at some points funny, sad, very relatable. We can all relate to one of the characters/situation in the film and it's real. Good watch, would watch it again on a Sunday with a cup of tea